Chapter 194

“Ha! Haha.” As the words left Josiah’s mouth, Sienna burst into laughter. She laughed so hard tears streamed down her face, and she couldn't stop.

“Sienna,” Josiah called.

“You’re absolutely right,” Sienna continued to laugh, her features lively and showing no sign of anger. She genuinely found it amusing. “Four years have passed, and I haven’t changed. Neither have you.”

Just like back then, no matter what happened, he would stand by Yvette without question. Sienna sighed silently, aware of the origin of her past "villainess" reputation. He only saw her losing her temper and acting impulsively, never bothering to ask why. But times had changed. Four years had passed. What used to bother her no longer mattered.

After her laughter subsided, Sienna said lazily, “Sorry, but I’m never going to apologize. Never. Isn’t there someone else for that, Mr. Flynn?”

She smiled at Josiah. “You’re Yvette’s loyal lapdog. You’re so low. You’ll surely be able to appease her, just like you did back then.”

Amidst the man’s furious roar, Sienna raised her hand and swept everything from the table to the floor.

“Ah!” Yvette jumped in surprise.

Josiah was so angry his head throbbed, and the veins on his forehead bulged as he enunciated her name: “Si–en–na!”

“I’m right here,” Sienna said, meeting Josiah’s gaze with a light smile. “I’ll add a little more spice. Make sure to comfort your darling.” She thought, If he wants to go crazy, I can go crazy too. No one will be left unscathed. With that, she turned expressionlessly and walked away.

Yvette, a bit intimidated, asked Josiah, “Are you alright?” Josiah stood, exuding an oppressive cold aura.

Yvette thought for a moment, then pushed him. “This is my fault. I caused you two to argue. Why don’t you go after her? She won’t go far without a car.”

“No way,” Josiah said, suddenly turning. He thought, Why chase after her? Look at the mess she made! The bottle of maple syrup he’d run two blocks to buy was spilled on the ground.

He thought, No matter how good I am to her, she’s an ungrateful wretch! Calling me low? Yes, I’m low! Low for being so good to her!

After leaving Silver Beach, Sienna sat on the bus, gradually calming down. She admitted she’d acted impulsively.

She thought, Those two were indeed repulsive, but is it my first time realizing it? For Joyce’s sake, shouldn’t I have endured it? Yet, I haven’t.

Josiah hadn’t been wrong about one thing: it’s hard to change one’s nature. Deep down, she hadn’t changed. She still got agitated easily, a trait she didn’t share with Yvette. A miscalculation indeed. She wondered, What now? Can it be that things with Josiah are over? It’s easy to say. Does that mean I have to go back and beg for his forgiveness?

She closed her eyes and leaned back. What’s done is done. She wouldn’t think about it for now. She wasn’t in the mood to attend to him today. Once back in the city, she returned to the Audu Manor.

She hadn’t seen her mother in days and was overjoyed at her daughter’s excited chattering. “Mommy, mommy…”

“Yes, yes,” Sienna played along, unbothered by the noise. All morning, Joyce followed her everywhere, even into the bathroom.

“Mommy,” Joyce called from outside the bathroom door, sitting on a little stool. “Why are you taking so long?”

Sienna was amused and at a loss. How can I explain that her presence made things a bit difficult?

“Be a good girl, Joyce, and go play with Tara for a while. Mommy will be out soon,” Sienna said.

“Okay, Mommy.” After putting her daughter to sleep, Sienna left the Audu Manor and headed to the dance troupe.

10:30 PM

Upon arriving at the dance troupe, Sienna spotted Rosie at the end of the staff. She wasn’t alone; Daniel was with her.

“Say what you have to say quickly,” Rosie said coldly. “Tim’s still at work. Hurry up.”

“What kind of attitude is that?” Daniel frowned, impatient. “If you hadn’t blocked me, do you think I’d come looking for you?”

“Humph,” Rosie sneered. “So reluctant? Then don’t come.”

“You…” Daniel was taken aback. “I won’t waste words with you. I’m here to tell you, this weekend, come home for dinner!”

The Hunter family had a monthly gathering, and no one was allowed to miss it. Rosie smirked, thinking, He still cares about face, doesn’t he?

“Did you hear me?” Daniel said, having no intention of lingering. “Also, hurry up and remove me from your blacklist!”

He left. Sienna, having been unable to hear their conversation, went into the changing room. Shortly after, Rosie returned, pale and holding her stomach.

“Rosie, what’s wrong?” Sienna quickly helped her sit down. “Is it that time of the month?”

“Yeah,” Rosie nodded.

“Wait here,” Sienna said. “I have some cocoa in my locker. I’ll make you a cup.”

“Okay, thanks,” Rosie said.

“You’re welcome. What are you thanking me for?” Sienna soon returned with a cup and some ibuprofen. “It’s hot. It will make you feel better. Do you want to take this?”

“Not right now,” Rosie said, smiling. “It’s not that bad.” She’d mainly been angered by Daniel.

“Alright, if it gets really bad, ask me for it,” Sienna said.

“Okay,” Rosie smiled. “You’re really well-prepared.”

“Yeah. Because every time it comes, it’s like a disaster…” Sienna froze. My period this month… why hasn’t it come yet? She checked her calendar: it was already a week late.

Could it be…? Her heart rate increased. Could it possibly be… what I’ve been hoping for? Calm down. Whether it was or not, a trip to the pharmacy would tell.

Taking advantage of practice time, Sienna went to a nearby pharmacy. After buying a pregnancy test and returning to the dance troupe, she locked herself in a bathroom stall. She carefully read the instructions and followed them.

Closing her eyes, she clasped her hands together, praying silently. “Please, please God, bless me! Please let it be two lines.” Five minutes passed.

Sienna opened her eyes, held her breath, and picked up the pregnancy test…