A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo) novel Chapter 293

If Theo had someone he liked, then so be it—they could just get a divorce. That had been Sierra's plan from the start, anyway.

As for that kiss, she'd just pretend she got bitten by a dog.

She would bury the unusual feelings lingering in her heart deep.

After drying her hair, she stepped out of the bathroom and paused when she saw Theo sitting against the headboard, frowning at a document. She quickly regained her composure and took a pillow. "I'll sleep in the guest room."

Theo's expression darkened. His thin lips pressed together as he got up and blocked her path. "Why?"

Sierra avoided his gaze and tried to keep her voice steady. "We are not suited for sharing a room."

His expression remained unreadable. "A married couple isn't suited to share a room?"

She choked on her words. Technically speaking, not only was it appropriate, but it was also legally justified.

Yet…

Seeing that she was still holding onto the pillow, unwilling to let go, Theo's eyes flashed with helplessness. He lowered his gaze, patiently saying, "Don't listen to Douglas' nonsense. Melody and I have nothing to do with each other."

She didn't know whether to believe him. Images of Benson swearing that he only saw Sophie as a sister flashed through her mind—he had been just as firm back then. And yet, he had still ended up in bed with Sophie.

Remembering that, she didn't dare to trust Theo's words. She lowered her head and was determined to sleep in the guest room.

Theo, who had never coaxed anyone before, felt completely at a loss. His usual imposing air had already dissipated.

He had a gut feeling that their relationship would be hanging by a thread if he let her leave now.

"Sierra." He sighed and pulled her firmly into his arms. In a rare moment of patience, he explained, "Douglas and I grew up together. Melody was part of our social circle and went to the same school, but I was never close to her.