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 going to cooperate, then there was

...

scene unfold, noticed

with gratitude.

"No problem! I even got to hear some juicy gossip. If I'm not mistaken, wasn't that your

"Former boss," Sidney corrected.

more than words could. Sidney knew

I'll be going now. Feel free

do," Fawn replied with a

thoughtfully, the intrigue

a story

loved these kinds of complex, thrilling relationships. It made her want to dig deeper into the

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

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

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

"Hey, Aveline."

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

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