Sierra struggled to free her arm, but she didn't have enough strength.
Seeing the growing chill in Theo's expression, she broke into a nervous sweat, frantically explaining while still trying to pull away, "It's not what you think! Maddy ordered them. They were just here to sing—nothing else happened…"
"Let go." Theo's voice was cold as he pulled her to his side, directing the words at the two "pretty boys".
The two young men didn't dare cause trouble with a guest and reluctantly released their grip, throwing disappointed glances at Sierra.
Theo's icy gaze swept over them, making them lower their heads and quickly step aside.
Sierra's heart pounded as she obediently stayed by his side, sneaking glances at him now and then.
When she realized he was about to take her away, she quickly said, "Wait, Maddy is still inside."
Theo paused, then gave Adrian a look.
As soon as Adrian opened the private room door, his ears were immediately assaulted by a cacophony of off-key singing. Ignoring the noise, he strode in and pulled Madison, who was surrounded by the young men, out of the room.
"What are you doing? I'm not done singing!" she protested loudly, clutching the microphone as she continued her performance, drawing even more attention.
Adrian quickly covered her mouth and dragged her outside.
Sierra followed behind worriedly. "Slow down, Maddy. Watch your step, don't wobble."
Sierra still felt uneasy, but before she could step forward again, the man beside her spoke. "You said you couldn't make it home for dinner because you were busy. And this is what you were busy with?"
Her outstretched hand froze, and she looked at him with sincere eyes. "Maddy just broke up. She wanted to blow off some steam, so I…"
Theo remained silent, making her even more nervous as if she'd been caught cheating by her husband.
An awkward silence filled the car.
Adrian stared straight ahead, determined not to react.
Sierra's face was scrunched in embarrassment as she patted Madison's shoulder, trying to comfort her. "Alright, I'll listen to you. Do you feel sick?"
Madison lay against her, alternating between singing and rambling nonsense, making Sierra's face burn hotter by the second. By the time they arrived, her cheeks were practically steaming.
Adrian helped carry Madison into the guest room before he made a quick escape.
"I'll take care of her. You should go rest," Sierra suggested, helping to remove Madison's shoes.
Theo rolled up his sleeves, went into the bathroom, and came back with a basin of water. He handed her a damp towel. "I'll stay and help."
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