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.

from the start. If Sidney wasn't

...

the scene unfold, noticed

with gratitude. "Thank you, Miss

got to hear some juicy gossip. If I'm

"Former boss," Sidney corrected.

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

Feel free to send

a grin, watching him

thoughtfully, the intrigue

definitely a story here..." Fawn

loved these kinds of complex, thrilling relationships. It made her want

following weeks, Sidney's life remained calm. Fawn would occasionally message him with her ideas, and he would continuously revise the blueprints, discussing the details with

were finalized, and Sidney began coordinating with the construction team to start the

Just as the transfer paperwork was completed, his phone

"Hey, Aveline."

your mom? Wasn't the

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