Novel1Chapter 165 The Zipper Theo drove Sierra home, insisting on taking her all the way to her door. As they neared the neighborhood, the security guard cover to register their details.
When he saw Sierra in the car, his eyes brightened.
"Ms. Shaw, is it really you?" "Excuse me, could you please open the gate?" Sierra asked politely.
"Of course." The guard nodded, his gaze briefly flicking to Theo's face. He paused for a moment and added, "Ms. Shaw, is this your boyfriend? You two look perfect together." Her face flushed with embarrassment, and she opened her mouth to respond. However, before she could speak, Theo's calm voice interrupted, "Thank you." Sierra stared at him in shock, unable to believe he'd admitted it so casually.
Her heart raced in her chest.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtWith a smile, the guard pressed the button to open the gate, letting Theo's car pass through.
This man was not only handsand polite, but he was also a stark contrast to the one who had been relentlessly pursuing Sierra.
A gentleman like him was exactly the kind of man who truly deserved her.
After parking the car, Theo stepped out first and opened the door for Sierra. He leaned down, preparing to lift her out of the car.
Sierra's face burned with embarrassment. "Uncle Theo, I can walk by myself." "Lethelp you." His voice was soft and husky, his deep eyes fixed on hers. In the moonlight, his gaze shone like stars-filled with tenderness and warmth.
Sierra shyly lifted her hand, draping it around his neck as his strong arm supported her waist. His other hand gently cradled her knee, adjusting her position to ensure she was as comfortable as possible.
The car door clicked shut, and Theo carried her toward the elevator.
His embrace was warm, his steps deliberate and steady. Sierra lowered her head, resting next to his heart, feeling its strong, rhythmic beat. The sound wrapped around her, its warmth making her ears flush.
When they reached the door, Theo didn't let her go right away. She had no choice but to raise her hand and enter the code to unlock it.
Once inside, he carefully lowered her onto the couch, draping a soft blanket over her. As he stood, his eyes briefly swept the room, taking it all in.
It was a simple one-bedroom, yet it felt so welcoming. The room glowed with warm, soft tones while a piano sat gracefully on the balcony. Lush plants filled the space, breathing life into the room.
Sierra noticed the music sheets scattered across the coffee table and immediately began organizing them, feeling a flush of embarrassment. "Sorry, Uncle Theo. It's a little messy." "It's not messy at all. It's perfect." His voice was deep, carrying a subtle, magnetic charm that seemed to linger in the air.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmSierra's ears heated up, and she quickly looked down, avoiding his gaze.
Just then, Theo's phone buzzed in his pocket. He glanced at it briefly before stepping out of the room, gently closing the door behind him.
In the blink of an eye, the room settled into complete silence.
Sierra remained frozen for a moment, her gaze lingering on the closed door. A sudden emptinesswept over her, the sense of safety she had felt in Theo's presence vanishing in an instant. She gave a quiet, self-deprecating laugh, realizing just how much she had cto rely on him.
Without a second thought, she shrugged off his suit jacket andm walked toward her room to change out of the dress.
The heels she wore dug uncomfortably into her feet, and while the dress was beautiful and elegant, it felt heavy and constricting. Sierra couldn't shake the feeling that William had deliberately chosen something uncomfortable for her to wear.
With the zipper at the back, she struggled to reach it, her fingers fumbling as she attempted to pull it down. Frustration swept over her face as her efforts failed, the task seeming more difficult with each try.
"Would you liketo help you?"
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