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Accidentally Crossing the Tycoon
Chapter 154
“Miss Audrey, so good to see you! Mrs. Margaret has been asking for you
I found Margaret in her favorite armchair by the window, looking out over Central Park.
Her health had improved enough for her to return home, where she was ontiming her recovery in the combat of familar summings..
“There you are, my dear,” she said, her face lighting up when she saw me.
I leaned down to kiss her cheek. “How are you feeling?”
“Oh, better now that I’m home. These old bones just needed a reminder to behave.” She patted the seat beside her.
“So tell me,” she said, her eyes twinkling with curiosity, how are things with you and Caspar? Are you two getting along wel
“We’re… good,” I offered vaguely-
Margaret raised an eyebrow. “And what about the wedding? Have you discussed when you’ll remarry?”
I nearly choked. “Margaret! We’ve barely been together a few weeks.”
“But technically, you were already married before, she pointed out. It’s more of a renewal them starting from scratch, it
I sighed, feeling a headache coming on. Another well–meaning person pressuring me about marriage.
“It’s complicated, Margaret. We’re taking things one day at a time.”
“At your age, dear, time is precious.”
“I’m twenty–eight, not eighty–eight,” I pointed out.
“Still.” She waved her hand dismissively. “When you know, you know.”
I changed the subject to her health, and we spent the next hour catching up.
As I prepared to leave, Martha showed me to the door.
Just as I was about to exit, a familiar voice called my name.
“Audrey! Wait!
Sienna stood in the hallway, dressed in head–to–toe designer clothes, her hair and makeup perfect as if she’d just stepped off a photosha.
“Can we talk?” she asked, her voice uncharacteristically hesitant.
I glanced at my watch, tempted to make an excuse.
“I have to pick up Noah soon.”
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“Please, just five minutes,” she insisted.
Sienna led me to her bedroom.
She closed the door and turned to face me, her expression surprisingly vulnerable.
“I want to apologize,” she said. “For everything. The way I’ve treated you.
I crossed my arms, keeping my expression neutral.
“Why the sudden change of heart?”
“I don’t have any ulterior motives,” Sienna said, her eyes wide with practiced sincerity.
“I just… don’t want to be your enemy, Audrey.” She folded her hands in her lap.
“I know I’ve been terrible,” she admitted. “But I’m being sincere now, I want us to have a relationship.”
I studied her face, searching for the lie.
With Sienna, there was always an angle, always something she wanted.
“What do you want, Sienna?”
She hesitated. “Your forgiveness?”
“Try again,” I said coldly.
Sienna sighed, dropping the act. “Fine. I heard about your connection to Thornton. I need introductions to the right people for my fashion resource. Happy now?”
“Actually, yes. At least you’re being honest.”
I took a step closer. “I might be willing to make those introductions, but I want something in return.”
Her eyes lit up with interest. “Name it.”
“Information,” I said simply. “About my child.”
Sienna went very still. “What about it?”
“I don’t believe my baby died from early delivery complications. Your parents know what really happened, and I want you to find out.”
She shook her head. “They never talk about that.”
“Make them,” I said. “You’re their precious daughter. They will tell you the truth.”
“Why would I betray my parents for you?” she asked, though I could see the calculation behind her eyes.
I almost smiled,
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The Bailey family was nothing if not predictable–always looking our formefors, always asking what’s in it for me?
Sienna was no different from her parents; she’d sell her soul for the right price.
What do you want, Sienna?” I asked directly. “Name your price.
Her eyes lit up instantly.
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“Connections. Real ones. And…” she hesitated, then lifted her chin Top–der resources in the entertainment industry, I want to be the top
star.
I narrowed my eyes, considering her request.
‘I can introduce you enough resource,” I said carefully.
“But whether you become a top star or not will depend entirely on you
Sienna considered this for a moment, then nodded.
“Deal,” she said immediately, extending her hand. ‘I’ll find out everything
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
