Chapter 775
Sienna’s voice was like a gentle enchantment.
“If you wish to be with me, you must agree to three conditions,” she stated.
Dominic’s excitement was palpable. “What are they?”
“First, we’ll get married before we start dating.”
Dominic hesitated for a few seconds but then nodded happily.
“Second, after marriage, you’ll live with my family, and any children we have will carry my last name.”
Dominic’s face changed dramatically, and he remained silent.
“Third, you’ll hand over your bank card and all your income to me. I’ll manage it.”
Dominic was rendered speechless. He forced a stiff smile and slowly held Sienna’s hand, gently pushing it away from his tie.
“Ms. Lawson, I don’t think we’re a good match.”
The shift to calling her “Ms. Lawson” signaled a newfound respect, suggesting his decision to step back.
Just as Sienna was about to release his tie, someone rudely grabbed her arm, yanking her away from Dominic. Dominic froze as he met Daniel’s cold, piercing gaze. Daniel’s presence was as chilling as ice, filled with intense anger that seemed ready to crush him. Trembling, Dominic nodded in respect quickly and turned to leave.
Sienna’s arm throbbed painfully. Watching Daniel, she sensed a trace of loneliness in him. What was he doing at this moment?
After silently staring at Dominic until he left, Daniel turned and grabbed Sienna’s arm without a word. He dragged her toward the inn. His grip was strong, hurting her arm. His strides were so fast that she, in high heels, had to half-run to keep up and avoid stumbling.
“Daniel, what are you doing?” Sienna shouted anxiously, her heart pounding with unease. Daniel didn’t respond or slow down. As they neared the inn’s entrance, Sienna pulled against him and struggled with all her might, her feet digging into the ground to stop him from dragging her further.
Feeling her resistance, Daniel stopped and turned to face her. He was dressed impeccably in a finely tailored suit for the wedding. The air of elegance and charm he exuded was different from how he was usually.
It was also the first time Sienna had seen him so angry. His expression was dark, his eyes sharp and cold, tinged with a hint of fury. Daniel released her and irritably loosened the knot of his tie. His voice was full of sarcasm. “First meeting and already so close? If there’s a room available, should you two have already started?”
Sienna had weathered her share of humiliating remarks in life. Even so, Daniel’s words cut deeper, twisting like a knife in her heart. She struggled to find a response, her eyes welling up with tears.
Biting her lip, she held back her tears. She clenched her fists, and her nails dug into her palms. She refused to appear weak and vulnerable in front of Daniel.
Without a word, Sienna turned to leave. She had barely taken two steps when Daniel strode forward, yanking her arm to stop her. “Sienna, stay right here.”
Daniel’s abrupt pull made her spin, and Sienna slapped him hard across the face. The sound echoed, her palm stinging, but her heart ached more. Despite everything, she felt a pang of regret for causing him pain.
Tears welled up in her eyes as she stared at him. His handsome features were now marked with the red imprint of her slap. For a moment, Daniel stood there in stunned silence, his tongue pressing against his cheek. Jealousy and hurt clouded his mind, erasing his rationality.
In a fit of madness, he pushed Sienna against the nearby wall and kissed her passionately. Caught off guard, Sienna was overwhelmed by his wild, desperate kiss, filled with years of pent-up desire and bitter anger. Sienna’s resistance melted away, and she quickly got lost in the intensity.