RedNovelChapter 273 Gaze "The wedding is set for the 28th of next month. It's settled, then," Edward declared with an unreadable expression.
Beaming with happiness, Sophie clutched Benson's arm and said in a voice choked with emotion, "Benson, marrying you is the best thing that has ever happened to me!" Looking into her teary eyes, Benson felt a moment of weakness. However, out of the corner of his eye, he caught Theo picking up food for Sierra. His expression shifted instantly.
"Grandpa, I refuse to get married," Benson insisted, staring in Sierra's direction. "If I must, the bride can only be Cee." Then, Edward slammed the table in fury.
"Ridiculous! Sierra is your uncle's wife-they're already legally married! Sophie is also carrying your child. What kind of nonsense is this?" Theo cast a cold, warning glance at Benson before turning to Liam. "Liam, if you won't discipline Benson, I'd be happy to do it for you." Liam looked over apologetically. Then, he snapped at Benson. "Stop talking nonsense and apologize to your uncle." Furrowing her brows, Sierra added in an icy tone, "I am Theo's wife, and that fact will never change." The harsh glint in Theo's eyes faded as he looked at Sierra, who stood her ground with unwavering determination.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtWatching them exchanging glances, Benson felt an overwhelming sense of disappointment as his face twisted in agony.
An apology? Not a chance.
"Benson." Sophie's eyes shimmered with tears as she gazed at him. "H-How could you do this toand our child?" He avoided her gaze.
"That's enough. The wedding is settled." Edward could hardly stand to watch any longer. "Janet, you'll handle the preparations. Benson and Sophie, you two just need to show up on time. Let's dig in now." That meal was a miserable affair for everyone but Sierra and Theo, who seemed to enjoy their food just fine. After dinner, Edward sipped his drink and glanced at Theo, who was still fixated on Sierra. "When are you and Sierra planning to hold your wedding ceremony? Why not do it at the stime? That way, Jcan take care of everything in one go." That caused Janet's expression to sour.
Benson's hand trembled. His face paled with urgency, and he instinctively tried to stand, but Sophie clung to his arm, holding him in place. "Benson..." He wavered at the sound of her pleading. With a deep sigh, he shut his eyes and his shoulders slumped in defeat.
"You don't have to. I want to give Sierra a grand wedding, which requires at least six months of preparation." Theo had his plans for the wedding and rejected the idea without a second thought.
Sierra glanced at him, awkwardly tucking her hair behind her ear.
"Fine, as long as you have a plan. Just don't shortchange Sierra," Edward mentioned with a nod, not pressing further.
After more small talk, Theo rose to his feet, taking Sierra's hand as they left first.
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Benson watched their retreating figures with anguish and reluctance, while Sophie could barely maintain her smile. Her nails dug into her palms.
Throughout that meal, she had witnessed just how much Edward valued and favored Sierra: The gaze Theo had toward Sierra was not just about profit and convenience-as what Benson had claimed.
However, what truly shattered her composure was Benson's behavior.
Sierra was alrea as already married, yet he Couldn't let go. Was she really that irreplaceable? The night outside was pitch black.
Inside the car, Sierra kept her head down as she bit her lip with mixed emotions.
Theo, who had been resting with his eyes closed, suddenly opened them. He reached out and gripped her chin. "Don't bite. If something's on your mind, just say it." Forced to lift her gaze, Sierra met his deep, abyss-like eyes, causing a shiver to run through her.
Under the weight of his presence, she lowered her eyes and murmured hesitantly, "Can we... not make it public for now?" "Why? Are you regretting it?"
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