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.

only intended to play around from the start. If Sidney wasn't going to cooperate, then there was

...

unfold,

with gratitude.

hear some juicy gossip. If I'm not mistaken,

"Former boss," Sidney corrected.

said more than words could. Sidney knew exactly what

I'll be going now. Feel free to send me any ideas you

Fawn replied with a grin, watching

chin thoughtfully, the

a story here..." Fawn

of complex, thrilling relationships. It made her want to dig deeper

the 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

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

stabilized, so he transferred her eline from the Skyler Group hospital to a regular one. Just as the transfer paperwork was completed, his phone rang. Seeing Aveline's

"Hey, Aveline."

did you transfer your mom? Wasn't the hospital good enough?"

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