The Wrong Woman

Sienna shook her head again. "No, thanks."

Even though her tone was soft, she seemed distant.

Daniel was the one who ended their relationship, so he had even less reason to talk to her.

Despite knowing he shouldn't and knowing it wouldn't lead anywhere, he couldn't help but desperately want to be near her and be kind to her.

Sensing the tension, Sienna changed the subject. "Where are your parents?"

"They took some of their grandkids to classes," Daniel answered promptly.

"Oh." Sienna smiled and politely nodded goodbye. "Then, I'll be off."

With that, she turned and left.

Daniel paced around the living room, feeling restless. Unable to resist, he hurried out of the house and caught up with Sienna.

the street before Morrison Residence when Daniel grabbed her arm and turned her toward

Daniel in confusion. When she realized it was him,

stomach," Daniel said with a

something later if I

day off and feel like getting some

in a year, and he'd only decided

tirelessly without taking any breaks. Keeping himself occupied with work was a way to avoid thinking about Sienna and avoiding heartache and sadness. Daniel could stifle his love for Sienna, coldly distance himself, avoiding thoughts of her or any updates about her. But he couldn't help but feel drawn to her when she was close. The turmoil in his heart intensified with her proximity and

him, her emotions swirling in a confusing mix. She felt a heaviness in her chest, like she couldn't breathe, and an overwhelming sense of discomfort washed over her. Despite wanting to be angry, she found herself unable to. She shook her head weakly and rejected his offer once more. "I'm sorry, but this isn't right. I

quickening her pace as

relentlessly. He grabbed her arm and anxiously blurted out,

couldn't hold back any longer. She turned abruptly and shook

she said, "Daniel, please stop. We've broken up. Don't