The Wrong Woman

The next morning, Sienna sought out Clement to return his phone and jewelry. "I'm sorry, but I can't keep these. And I can't help you, either," she said calmly.

With a cigarette dangling from his lips, Clement sat with crossed legs. He frowned as he asked, "So you're refusing to settle Felix's debt or accept the money and the villa?"

Initially, Sienna accepted those gifts to keep Clement at bay while she strategized with Daniel on how to infiltrate Clement's inner circle. She wanted to gather crucial information for Daniel.

However, since Daniel disagreed with her approach, Sienna saw no reason to continue the facade.

"Clement, please consider letting Felix go. He's innocent. The gambling debt was a setup. Can we just let it go?" Sienna asked.

Clement erupted into laughter as if he'd heard the funniest joke ever.

Sienna knew her request was a long shot, but she kept her composure. "If you won't release Felix, I'll take legal action to protect our rights."

Clement flicked the ashes off his cigarette and sneered, "You got to pay up when you owe money. That's just how it goes. Gambling debts are no different. They have to be taken care of. Don't be so naive, miss."

our conversation the first day we met. I'm reporting to the police and taking legal action against you.

deep in thought, trying to remember

wide road, the wind brushing against her. An intense feeling of emptiness washed over her

Even though sunlight bathed her, she couldn't sense its

modest hometown, Sienna reflected on herself. She felt like her time with Daniel was

prince adored her deeply. He lavished

Cinderella.

and rummaged through her bag

of breathing felt like a struggle, each breath sending a sharp pang through

buried her face in

to calm the storm of emotions raging inside her. Eventually, as her breathing steadied

house. She stepped