The Wrong Woman

"I'm single, but my heart already belongs to someone else. I'm sorry," Sienna confessed.

Howard smiled ruefully in response. "I understand what you mean. If you and the man you love don't work out, why not give me a shot? Maybe we'd be a better match?" Pausing, Sienna turned to face him.

Howard halted too, his eyes softening as he spoke sincerely, "Sienna, life is full of regrets. I've admired you for so long, and not telling you how I felt during graduation is my biggest regret. Now that I have the opportunity, I don't want to let it slip."

Sienna admired bravery in others. "Howard, I-".

Before she could finish her words, a figure approached them hastily.

She didn't have time to react when a strong arm encircled Sienna, pulling her into a warm, sturdy chest.

She looked up in surprise, meeting Daniel's resolute and handsome face.

Seeing Sienna embraced by a stranger, Howard's anxiety spiked. "Who are you? What do you want?"

Considering Daniel's imposing presence, Howard refrained from acting recklessly. "Let go of Sienna," he demanded firmly.

Daniel's gaze turned icy, a flicker of anger in his eyes. "I'm sorry, but I need to talk to my girlfriend. Please excuse us."

Girlfriend?

dumbfounded, and

led Sienna away, Howard hurried to catch up, blocking their path. "Sienna, I

blurting out in confusion, "I am single, but he's

even

Sienna said with a strained smile,

realized he had no grounds to compete for Sienna's affection. Reluctantly, he watched as Daniel

guided Sienna into the car, ensuring her seatbelt was fastened before setting off. The

suffocated in the tense atmosphere, Sienna opened the window, silently gazing at the passing scenery. The cool breeze filled her lungs, yet

loved, he was not hers to claim. The pain of unrequited love gnawed at

Daniel's voice cut through the silence,

anger, her response tinged with resentment.

he

"I, I guess."

"Is he married?"

"He's divorced."

trying

"It seems that way."