Chapter 99
Chapter 99
Jason shook off Ethan’s hand . “ Ethan , let me give you some real advice . When it’s time to cut things off , do it , but don’t go through with the divorce . you do , your life is basically over . ”
Then , as if something just occurred to him , Jason gave a faint smile . “ But honestly , whether you two get divorced or not isn’t even up to you anymore . Enna’s back . Ethan .
“ it she says the word , it won’t matter what you want . So here’s my advice . Before she steps in , you’d better figure out how to make Nora grit her teeth and stay with you for the kid’s sake . ”
Ethan turned his face away , his fists clenching so hard his knuckles cracked . He gritted his teeth and snarled , “ She has no say in what goes on between us .”
The Hart Corporation wasn’t what it used to be anymore . No matter how much Sienna built herself up , there was no way she was going to be able to threaten or strong – arm Ethan overnight .
Jason straightened his jacket and let out a mocking laugh . “ Man , you’re so naive , seriously : You think she spent ten years overseas just chilling on vacation ?
“ Since we basically grew up wearing the same pair of pants , let me give you a friendly heads – up . That woman with her , Lana , is the assistant to the CEO of SIE Corporation . ”
Ethan’s eyes suddenly went wide . That night , he hadn’t really paid much attention to that woman . She just seemed kind of familiar . ‘ Blonde hair , blue eyes , just missing a pair of glasses- Wait ? That was her ,’ he realized .
Ethan shoved Jason aside and bolted out of the room . As he
was
rushing downstairs , he ran into Aria Dalton .
“ Ethan , you’re here , too . Could you give me a ride home ? ” Aria asked .
Aria had come looking for Ethan on purpose . After finally tracking
Ethan looked at Aria’s bright , expectant smile , then lowered his
down here , she was determined to get some alone time with him tonight .
eyes . “ Sorry , I have to go home . My wife’s waiting for me . ”
Before Aria could even react , Ethan brushed past her and kept walking .
Jason wandered out of the room , bored out of his mind . The moment he spotted Aria , he made a graceful pivot and slipped away in the opposite direction .
Just as he was about to leave , he caught a glimpse of that unmistakable red hair-
ir – no doubt about it . It was her .
Jason smoothed out his jacket , checked himself in the nearby mirror , and strode over with all the confidence in the world .
“ Hey , do you remember me ? ” Jason asked , giving her a gentle smile .
Anya’s crimson lips brushed the rim of her glass as she took a sip . At first , she thought it was that clueless guy again , but when she glanced over , she realized it was Jason .
‘ Oh , right . The doctor from last time , ‘ she thought , vaguely remembering
t what could he possibly have to say to me ? ‘
“ What do you want ? ” Anya said coolly , turning her gaze away without a hint of warmth .
Jason shamelessly plopped himself down beside her . “ My name is Jason Everett , Enna’s friend . I’m guessing you know her too , right ? ”
Anya said coolly , “ I’m Miss Enna’s subordinate . If you’re just here
to make small talk , you can leave now . ”
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Jason’s expression froze for a second . “ Mind telling me your name ? ”
“ And what’s it to you ? ” Anya replied coolly
She stood up , towering over bim with a look of utter disdain . “ Little boy , are you even legal yet ? Out here trying to hit on me ? Give it up , kid . For not imo your type . Way too soft , way too pretty . Not my flavor at all . ”
Jason’s eyes went wide , and he shot to his feet . “ Who are you calling a little boy ? And what do you mean , ‘ too soft ‘ ? Don’t judge a book by its cover , alright ? ” Jason protested , clearly unwilling to back down .
Anya just smirked , the corners of her red lips quirking up as she took in his well – defined and pretty fingers , and that gentle face of his — soft , but with a rebellious streak that still screamed youth .
Without another word , Anya turned and walked away , giving him a once – over full of contempt as she left . Jason could practically feel the disdain rolling off her .
“ I’m already- ” Jason protested , but Anya didn’t give him a chance to finish .
“ Don’t bother . I’m not interested . Just be a little doctor , and that’s
“ You – hey , wait , ” Jason called after her , but Anya didn’t even look back .
”
, ” Anya said coolly , not even sparing him a glance .
When Sienna got home, it was already pretty late . She rubbed her temples , feeling a bit worn out .
“ Miss Sienna , you’re back . Do you want something to eat ? ” Elisa stepped forward to take her coat .
“ No , thanks , Elisa . You should get some rest , too . Oh , by the way , nothing happened with Vivian and Amber , right ? ” Sienna asked .
Elisa filled her in on how Vivian and Amber had gotten into a fight earlier , but then made up and ended up sharing candy together like nothing ever happened . Sienna just smiled knowingly .
“ Alright , I got it , ” Sienna replied with a small nod .
Just as Sienna was about to head to her room , a voice called out from behind her . “ Where are you going ? Did you forget what you promised me today ? ”
Sienna hadn’t forgotten , of course . She just wanted to freshen up first .
“ I didn’t forget . I’ll sleep with you tonight, just like I promised . I’m going to take a shower first . You go to bed , ” Sienna said .
Amber stood in the doorway , hugging her pillow in her pink pajamas , lips adorably pouted as she stared at Sienna . “ Then hurry up , okay ? I’ll be waiting for you , ” Amber said .
“ Sure . ” Sienna nodded .
After her shower , Sienna walked into Amber’s room and saw Amber sitting on the bed , hugging her pillow . As soon as she spotted Sienna , Amber nervously clenched her fists , then quickly pulled back the covers and slipped under them .
Sienna took off her shoes , noticing how sleepy Amber looked . With a helpless smile , she reached out and gently ruffled Amber’s hair . “ Go to sleep , ”
Sienna said .
Sienna lay down beside her , and before she knew it , she was out like a light – she really
was completely worn out .
Once she heard Sienna’s steady breathing , Amber quietly opened her eyes , inching her way over bit by bit until she nestled right into Sienna’s arms , wrapping herself around Sienna’s arm and curling up close , like the sweetest little angel .
Sienna’s scent was so soothing , warm , safe , and so familiar . It didn’t take long before Amber drifted off into dreamland .
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Sienna cracked her eyes open , a knowing , gentle smile on her lips . She gave Amber a soft , affectionate pat , then closed her eyes and finally let hers asleep too .
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The next day , Amber was still trying to sneak in a few more minutes of sleep when Elisa’s voice rang out , “ Miss Amber , time to get up . You’re going to be late for school . ”
Amber mumbled a sleepy reply , and only then did Elisa come in with a maid to help her wash up and get dressed .
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After washing her face and brushing her teeth , Amber finally felt awake . Then she remembered she still had to prepare a gift for Claire .
‘A gift should always come from the heart , ‘ she thought . ‘ But what should I give ? ‘ The first thing that popped into her mind was that jar of candy .
Amber felt a little reluctant . After all , it was a gift from Sienna .
She hadn’t even wanted to eat them herself , but just thinking about Claire’s annoying face , Amber counted out ten pieces of candy and stuffed them into her backpack .
‘ Hmph , she’s lucky I’m being this generous , ‘ Amber thought .
Vivian hadn’t planned on bothering Sienna last night , but to her surprise , Sienna had actually stayed with Amber instead .
‘ That dumb girl Amber – she must’ve pulled some trick again , ‘ Vivian grumbled to herself . ‘ So annoying . ‘
As Vivian walked into the company , she had no idea that someone was watching her the whole time , wearing a smug smile before quickly turning and slipping away .
Amber barely made it to school before the bell . She was just about to sneak in a quick nap when she suddenly remembered the way Sienna looked at
Claire .
‘ Sienna said she likes people who get good grades , ‘ Amber grumbled to herself .
Amber bit her lip , pulled out her brand – new textbook , the one she hadn’t even bothered to write her name in , and started flipping through it at lightning
speed .
The teacher saw her pretending to study and didn’t even bother to call her out , just kept droning on with the lesson .
‘ What’s the point ? I’ve nagged so much I’m practically traumatized myself ,’ the teacher thought . ‘ I seriously don’t get why Susan cares about me sa
much .
‘ She even made me highlight all the key points and organize them . She’s a math teacher . Why is she making me figure out Avalorish stuff ? ‘
When the bell finally rang , Amber shoved her book into her desk in frustration . There were still a few parts she just couldn’t figure out . ‘ Ugh , studying is the worst , ‘ she wondered .
“ Amber ? ” Just as Amber was about to lay her head down for a quick nap , Claire’s voice rang out .
Amber jumped in surprise . ‘ Seriously ? Is she trying to let the whole world know she’s here for me or what ? ‘ she grumbled inwardly .
The whole class stopped what they were doing and turned to stare at the two of them .