A Surprising Twist of Fates (Sierra and Theo) novel Chapter 218

"Maybe."

However, if Theo knew, there was no way he wouldn't have called Sierra at least once.

Just then, the doorbell rang. Madison's eyes lit up. "That must be Theo! I'll get it."

She jumped up, practically rushing to the door.

Sierra also looked up, a flicker of anticipation in her gaze as she watched the entrance.

Yet, when Madison swung the door open, her smile vanished instantly. Standing outside was Benson. Her face dropped, and she moved to slam the door shut without hesitation.

Benson reacted quickly, pushing against it with his hand before it could close on him.

Not nearly as strong as him, she struggled to force him out, her face full of hostility. "What the hell are you doing here, Benson? You're not welcome."

If only Lyonel were here—he'd gone out to buy groceries and probably wouldn't be back anytime soon.

Benson's gaze flickered past her to Sierra, who was sitting by the balcony. His eyes softened, filled with guilt. In a low voice, he mentioned, "I just wanted to see Cee."

"Cee doesn't want to see you. Leave now." Madison snapped, not bothering to be polite.

"I'm only here to apologize. That's it. I'm not here to argue."

"Cee doesn't want your apology. Got it?"

She tried hard to shut the door, but Benson pushed against it, and the two of them were locked in a standoff at the door.

Benson's eyes brightened slightly, eagerness in his voice. "Anything. Just say it."

"Make a public statement," she said flatly. "Tell everyone we broke up and have no ties to each other whatsoever."

His entire body stiffened.

Her voice was icy as she continued, "The only reason people think I had an unfair advantage is because of you. If you clear things up, the rumors will die down."

Benson's jaw tightened. His lips pressed together as he hesitated before speaking in a low voice. "Cee, you're hurt. You shouldn't be competing. Why are you pushing yourself so hard?"

"Because this is my dream," she insisted, eyes burning with determination. "I already gave up on it once, and I regretted it every single day. I won't do it again. No matter what, I won't quit."