The Wrong Woman

Sienna put on a bitter smile. "Sorry, Clement. I already ended things with him."

Clement didn't seem surprised. He replied casually, "Well, then you'll need to handle it on your own."

"Can you suggest another solution?" Sienna asked calmly.

Clement couldn't help but smile, his admiration for Sienna growing. "You're sharp. I'm starting to like you more. Here's the deal: help me with a few tasks, and I'll waive your brother's debt. Plus, I'll give you an extra five million and a villa worth ten million."

Sienna's unease deepened, but she tried to mirror Shelly's greedy expression whenever money was involved. Her eyes gleamed, and she parted her lips in exaggerated surprise.

Clement was pleased to see her reaction. He reached into a drawer, retrieved a box, and offered it to Sienna.

"You don't have to decide right away. Take your time to think about it, and let me know when you've reached a decision. Consider this a gift for our meeting."

Sienna accepted the box and lifted its lid. Her breath caught.

had intended to win her over with material extravagance from the very

people believed she was only with Daniel because he was rich. So, they manipulated Shelly to ruin Sienna's chances of marrying Daniel, thus cutting off her potential

Felix to thrust Sienna into a tough spot. Finally, they tried to lure her in with flashy wealth. They were

smile. She masked her true feelings with a facade

offered a polite nod.

resurfaced as he observed Sienna's reaction. To him, all women of modest means were alike-shallow and covetous. They were easily swayed by financial

consider it. I'll be awaiting your decision." Clement walked up to Sienna and handed her

he did, his hand brushed against her skin. "Use this phone to reach me if you've made up your mind. I'll always

as she accepted the phone. "Are

hand as he reassured her, "I run a clean business. No illegal

of nausea churned her stomach. Clement's touch on her hand left her feeling repulsed. Shortly after, Sienna and Felix were escorted away. On the journey

the jewelry box and phone in Sienna's hand felt like a heavy burden. It wasn't