The Wrong Woman

Sienna quickly shook her head. "I-"

Before she could finish, Florence interrupted, "Yeah, that's right, stay with us. It's convenient, free, and safe. It's too dangerous for a young woman to stay in a hotel alone!"

"Thank you, Madam Florence, but I'll be fine at the hotel," Sienna replied. She felt a bit panicked inside.

It had been a year since she had last seen Daniel. She didn't even know if he was married now. Maybe no one here knew she used to be his girlfriend. Staying here would be so awkward.

"Sienna, please stay here," Mila pleaded, hugging Sienna's arm. "I'm busy planning the wedding, and there's so much to do. If you're here, you can give me some suggestions, and I won't feel overwhelmed."

"Wanda, I've never been married, so I don't know much about these things." Sienna felt lost and anxious as she tried to decline their kindness. Their enthusiasm overwhelmed her.

Florence stood up and called to the maid behind her, "Prepare a room for Ms. Lawson."

"Yes, madam," the maid replied and headed upstairs.

Visibly panicked, Sienna quickly stood up. "It's truly fine. I'll stay at the hotel-"

You'll stay with us," Mila insisted, taking Sienna by the hand and leading her upstairs. "Come on. Let me show you my wedding

replied with a

a room and pulled a wedding dress and an evening gown from the walk-in closet. The stunning wedding dress caught Sienna's eye, leaving her in

so beautiful," Sienna

that she didn't dare touch it, afraid she might damage something she couldn't afford to

of joy.

is really good

gown on the bed. Then, she walked

ear, "Sienna, are you not

somber. She recalled

urge to commit to you. I would return to Phoenicia and marry someone from a

knew she wasn't a suitable match for him. She was aware of her place and thought ending a relationship when love had faded was far better than cheating or