Sierra did have some concerns, but since Edward had personally called, she didn't want to turn him down. After hesitating for a while, she suggested, "Then, let's head home for the New Year to spend more time with Edward."
Her drowsiness had completely faded after their conversation. Wide awake now, she waited for Theo to finish washing up before saying excitedly, "Since we're going back for the holiday, we can't go empty-handed. I'll buy the gifts tomorrow. Do you have any suggestions?"
Once she set her mind to something, she acted immediately. She picked up her phone and texted Madison, asking her to go shopping with her the next day.
Madison got a message in the middle of the night. "Seriously? Do you even know what time it is? Not everyone’s on your schedule, you know."
Sierra glanced at the time and guiltily put her phone down.
Theo noticed her futile attempt to cover up her actions and chuckled softly. After getting into bed, he pulled her into his arms. "As long as it's from you, Dad will love it."
That was true, but it wasn't exactly helpful advice.
She frowned, already deep in thought about what gifts would be appropriate.
…
The next morning, Theo dropped Sierra off at the shopping district before heading to work.
Madison noticed how exhausted she looked and immediately asked, "Did you not sleep last night? Spill it—did you and Mr. Gray do something?"
Sierra pushed her away, exasperated. "Not everything is about that! And no, we didn't."
Looking disappointed, Madison crossed her arms and continued, "Then, why the sudden need to buy gifts?"
"It's for Edward… He asked us to stay at the Gray Manor for a few days during the New Year. I can't go empty-handed," Sierra answered while glancing at the storefronts around them.
"That makes sense." Madison nodded in agreement. "It's your first New Year at the Gray Manor since getting married."
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