As Sidney's figure grew smaller in the distance, the ache in Maria's chest deepened. She felt a bit dazed.

How could this be happening?

Why did watching him walk away hurt so much?

It wasn't supposed to be like this.

From the very beginning, her intentions toward him had never been pure.

She wasn't supposed to develop feelings for him.

Yet, the memory of his cold, disdainful eyes and his indifferent attitude tore at her heart.

Maria turned around, tilting her head back slightly and closing her eyes as she tried to regain her composure.

Once she'd steadied herself, she got back into her car.

If it wasn't meant to be, it was time to cut her losses.

all, she'd only intended to play around from the start. If Sidney wasn't going to cooperate, then there was no

...

scene unfold, noticed when

with gratitude.

got to hear some juicy gossip. If

"Former boss," Sidney corrected.

curiosity, and the look she gave him said more than words could. Sidney knew exactly what she was thinking

Powell, I'll be going now. Feel free to send me any

with a grin, watching him

chin thoughtfully, the

a story here..." Fawn

thrilling relationships. It made

following weeks, Sidney's life remained calm. Fawn would occasionally message him with her ideas, and

designs were finalized, and Sidney began coordinating with the construction

the Skyler Group hospital to a regular one. Just as the transfer paperwork was completed, his phone rang. Seeing Aveline's name on the screen, he answered with a

"Hey, Aveline."

your mom? Wasn't the hospital good enough?"

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