Sienna’s POVThe kiss happened so fast that my mind barely had time to catch up. His lips were warm against mine, moving softly, but I remained frozen in shock, my heart pounding in my chest.As he kissed me, Candice’s words echoed in my mind.“I think my brother likes you.”My eyes widened even more. Did he…? Was Candice right? Did he actually like me?Snapping out of my daze, I quickly pulled away, stepping back as my face heated. Ethan looked just as stunned and his expression was unreadable, as if he couldn’t believe what he had just done.“I should go,” I said hurriedly, hearing my own unsteady voice.Ethan let out a breath, running a hand through his hair. “Sienna, I…”“Just drive me home.” I cut in, regretting my sharp tone the moment the words left my lips. He was still my boss, and no matter what had just happened, I had no right to speak to him like that. But my mind was a jumbled mess, and right now, I just needed to get away.To my relief, he didn’t seem upset. He hesita
Sienna’s POV“No!" I screamed as the man shoved Roman off him and used the opportunity to bolt for the door, escaping. My heart pounded as rushed to Roman and dropped to my knees beside him. He was lying there and groaning in pain with blood pooled beneath him, and the sight made my own blood run cold. My hands trembled as I hovered over his wound, unsure of what to do.“You're hurt.” I choked out, my voice shaking. Roman’s face had gone pale and his breathing was uneven. Yet, somehow, he wasn’t panicking. How could he be so calm with a wound this deep?!Instead, he gave me a weak smirk and said, "You're welcome, by the way."“Not funny.” I snapped through my tears. Pressing my hands against his wound, I tried to slow the bleeding. My other fingers fumbled as I grabbed my phone from the bed and quickly dialed 911.The call was answered after a few rings. "911, what’s your emergency?""Please, I need help!" I sobbed. "A man broke into my home and attacked me. He stabbed someone and
Sienna’s POV I didn’t leave the hospital all because that psychopath Sabrina was there. And she had asked the doctors not to let me into Roman’s hospital room either because apparently, I was a ‘threat’. And so, I sat and waited at the waiting area. I couldn’t leave without seeing Roman. At least, to confirm the doctor’s words that he was fine. Plus, I didn’t trust Sabrina with Roman. That bitch was capable of anything. As I waited, I eventually dozed off on the bench. I wasn’t sure how long I had been asleep when I suddenly felt something light and feathery brushing against my face. I jolted awake in panic, my breath hitching, stopping as I was greeted by beautiful and concerned forest green eyes, his fingers caressing my face. “Roman.” I whispered, my voice light with relief. Without thinking, I jumped to my feet and pulled him into a tight hug. A wave of emotions crashed over me, making my eyes misty. “Ouch.” He grunted, followed by a low chuckle. Realizing I was pres
Sienna’s POV“You and Roman Montgomery were what?!”Candice nearly choked on her coffee, sputtering it out in shock. She barely missed me. Sitting across from me at the kitchen table in her apartment, she stared at me with wide eyes, trying to process what I had just told her.I had laid everything out —the past Roman and I shared, how we ended up here, our secret affair, Sabrina’s deceit, and Roman’s recent invitation for Livvy and me to move in with him and Sabrina for safety. At least until the person behind my attack was caught.As expected, Candice was absolutely floored.“This feels like an actual soap opera.” She shook her head in disbelief. “Like something straight out of a novel. I never thought things like this happened in real life.”I let out a small, resigned smile. “Well, it’s happening in mine.”Her expression darkened. “And Roman still doesn’t know you’re his real wife?”I shook my head, swallowing the ache in my chest. “No. He still thinks my look-alike bitch of a s
Sienna’s POV“Sienna?” Candice’s voice pulled me from my stunned silence. I blinked, struggling to gather my composure.“Uh… sorry.” I muttered, my voice now uneven as I forced myself to focus. Candice’s face held a hint of concern, but before she could ask anything, I stood and extended my hand toward Julian, forcing a polite smile.“Nice to meet you, Julian.”He took my hand as he mirrored the same forced smile.“Candice has told me so much about you.” I added.“Same here.” He replied. His voice was calm, but his eyes never left mine.Our handshake lingered a second too long until Candice’s cheerful voice shattered the tension.“Now that my two favorite people are finally meeting, I think this calls for a celebration! I have this amazing old wine Ethan brought me from his last trip to Italy. Who’s in?!”“That sounds like a great idea.” I replied, watching as she bounced happily out of the kitchen.The moment she disappeared, my expression hardened. I turned sharply to Julian and my
Sabrina’s POVA sly smirk tugged at my lips as I watched Sienna step out of Roman’s car with her daughter. The housekeepers rushed to grab their bags and get them inside the mansion. Julian also stepped out to help them.Pathetic.From the balcony, I sipped my champagne, my fingers tightening around the glass as I watched Riley run out of the house, squealing with joy as she hugged Livvy. The sight of their happiness made my stomach twist —not with jealousy, but with amusement.If only Sienna knew what she was walking into. If only she had the slightest clue.I almost felt bad for her. Almost.But what truly made me laugh inside was how confident they were —Sienna and Julian. They thought they had everything figured out, thought they were so clever enough to outsmart me. Fools.I knew everything. All of their plans, everyso-called secret they shared in hushed voices when they thought no one was listening. I was always ten steps ahead. Did they really think I would leave myself ope
Sienna’s POVFor a moment, I was lost in the glamor of the event I was covering with my team. It was a business gala where high profile business people and media elites were in attendance. And that was until the head of my team, Fiona, snapped, pulling me back into the moment."Sienna, could you try not to space out?" “Sorry.” Without looking up at her, I muttered more to myself than to her. I returned my focus to the notepad in front of me and scanned the room, ignoring the whispers of my teammates behind me. I didn’t have to hear what they were saying to know it was about me.Apparently, my new colleague had also learned of the scandal that prompted me to be transferred from my former branch to the New York Branch, and they all believed the story, viewing me as the woman who had slept my way up. A scandal that was perfectly orchestrated by own my best friend.No one cared to hear my own side of the story. And I didn’t care to explain myself to anyone.Feeling my throat perching dr
Sienna’s POVThe next morning, I stood in front of my boss, Ms. Leen, smoothing out my skirt for the third time in as many minutes. My palms were sweaty and my heart hammered in my chest. “Do you have any idea the kind of chaos you’ve caused?” She began, her nails drumming against the surface and her cold eyes locked on me. “My phone hasn’t stopped ringing since last night. Sponsors, attendees, the media, everyone’s talking about the little scene you decided to put on. Your embarrassing videos are everywhere, Miss. Blake!”“Ms. Leen, I…”“Save it.” She shot me another glare. “I don’t want excuses. What I want is for you to explain why you thought it was a good idea to slap a man like Roman Montgomery on the night of his business gala, cause a commotion, and drag this network’s name through the mud!”I swallowed hard, feeling my palms turn clammy and my heart beating so loudly that I feared she might hear it. “It wasn’t intentional, ma’am. I let my emotions get the best of me. I’m so
Sabrina’s POVA sly smirk tugged at my lips as I watched Sienna step out of Roman’s car with her daughter. The housekeepers rushed to grab their bags and get them inside the mansion. Julian also stepped out to help them.Pathetic.From the balcony, I sipped my champagne, my fingers tightening around the glass as I watched Riley run out of the house, squealing with joy as she hugged Livvy. The sight of their happiness made my stomach twist —not with jealousy, but with amusement.If only Sienna knew what she was walking into. If only she had the slightest clue.I almost felt bad for her. Almost.But what truly made me laugh inside was how confident they were —Sienna and Julian. They thought they had everything figured out, thought they were so clever enough to outsmart me. Fools.I knew everything. All of their plans, everyso-called secret they shared in hushed voices when they thought no one was listening. I was always ten steps ahead. Did they really think I would leave myself ope
Sienna’s POV“Sienna?” Candice’s voice pulled me from my stunned silence. I blinked, struggling to gather my composure.“Uh… sorry.” I muttered, my voice now uneven as I forced myself to focus. Candice’s face held a hint of concern, but before she could ask anything, I stood and extended my hand toward Julian, forcing a polite smile.“Nice to meet you, Julian.”He took my hand as he mirrored the same forced smile.“Candice has told me so much about you.” I added.“Same here.” He replied. His voice was calm, but his eyes never left mine.Our handshake lingered a second too long until Candice’s cheerful voice shattered the tension.“Now that my two favorite people are finally meeting, I think this calls for a celebration! I have this amazing old wine Ethan brought me from his last trip to Italy. Who’s in?!”“That sounds like a great idea.” I replied, watching as she bounced happily out of the kitchen.The moment she disappeared, my expression hardened. I turned sharply to Julian and my
Sienna’s POV“You and Roman Montgomery were what?!”Candice nearly choked on her coffee, sputtering it out in shock. She barely missed me. Sitting across from me at the kitchen table in her apartment, she stared at me with wide eyes, trying to process what I had just told her.I had laid everything out —the past Roman and I shared, how we ended up here, our secret affair, Sabrina’s deceit, and Roman’s recent invitation for Livvy and me to move in with him and Sabrina for safety. At least until the person behind my attack was caught.As expected, Candice was absolutely floored.“This feels like an actual soap opera.” She shook her head in disbelief. “Like something straight out of a novel. I never thought things like this happened in real life.”I let out a small, resigned smile. “Well, it’s happening in mine.”Her expression darkened. “And Roman still doesn’t know you’re his real wife?”I shook my head, swallowing the ache in my chest. “No. He still thinks my look-alike bitch of a s
Sienna’s POV I didn’t leave the hospital all because that psychopath Sabrina was there. And she had asked the doctors not to let me into Roman’s hospital room either because apparently, I was a ‘threat’. And so, I sat and waited at the waiting area. I couldn’t leave without seeing Roman. At least, to confirm the doctor’s words that he was fine. Plus, I didn’t trust Sabrina with Roman. That bitch was capable of anything. As I waited, I eventually dozed off on the bench. I wasn’t sure how long I had been asleep when I suddenly felt something light and feathery brushing against my face. I jolted awake in panic, my breath hitching, stopping as I was greeted by beautiful and concerned forest green eyes, his fingers caressing my face. “Roman.” I whispered, my voice light with relief. Without thinking, I jumped to my feet and pulled him into a tight hug. A wave of emotions crashed over me, making my eyes misty. “Ouch.” He grunted, followed by a low chuckle. Realizing I was pres
Sienna’s POV“No!" I screamed as the man shoved Roman off him and used the opportunity to bolt for the door, escaping. My heart pounded as rushed to Roman and dropped to my knees beside him. He was lying there and groaning in pain with blood pooled beneath him, and the sight made my own blood run cold. My hands trembled as I hovered over his wound, unsure of what to do.“You're hurt.” I choked out, my voice shaking. Roman’s face had gone pale and his breathing was uneven. Yet, somehow, he wasn’t panicking. How could he be so calm with a wound this deep?!Instead, he gave me a weak smirk and said, "You're welcome, by the way."“Not funny.” I snapped through my tears. Pressing my hands against his wound, I tried to slow the bleeding. My other fingers fumbled as I grabbed my phone from the bed and quickly dialed 911.The call was answered after a few rings. "911, what’s your emergency?""Please, I need help!" I sobbed. "A man broke into my home and attacked me. He stabbed someone and
Sienna’s POVThe kiss happened so fast that my mind barely had time to catch up. His lips were warm against mine, moving softly, but I remained frozen in shock, my heart pounding in my chest.As he kissed me, Candice’s words echoed in my mind.“I think my brother likes you.”My eyes widened even more. Did he…? Was Candice right? Did he actually like me?Snapping out of my daze, I quickly pulled away, stepping back as my face heated. Ethan looked just as stunned and his expression was unreadable, as if he couldn’t believe what he had just done.“I should go,” I said hurriedly, hearing my own unsteady voice.Ethan let out a breath, running a hand through his hair. “Sienna, I…”“Just drive me home.” I cut in, regretting my sharp tone the moment the words left my lips. He was still my boss, and no matter what had just happened, I had no right to speak to him like that. But my mind was a jumbled mess, and right now, I just needed to get away.To my relief, he didn’t seem upset. He hesita
Sienna’s POVAs soon as Roman parked in front of Ethan’s penthouse, I stepped out of the car. Glancing at the towering building, I admired the way it stood tall against the night sky, with its glass windows reflecting the city lights. There were also neatly trimmed hedges lining the pathway, giving off an air of quiet luxury.“Thanks.” I said to Roman, bringing my attention back to him as I stood by the window, waiting for him to drive away. But he didn’t. Instead, we remained locked in a tense silence, with unspoken words pressing down on us.Finally, I broke the silence. “So…”Roman’s piercing gaze didn’t waver for even a second. “Do you like him?” Although his voice was calm, it was easy to perceive the underlying jealous beneath that calmness. “Ethan. Do you like him?”A laugh almost slipped from my lips, but I swallowed it down, the sound stopping just at my lips. I watched as Roman’s brows lifted slightly, his serious expression contrasting with my amusement.“What’s funny?” H
Sienna’s POVSitting at my vanity table, I stared into the mirror, carefully applying mascara and a light layer of lip gloss. Once I was done, I pulled my chestnut-brown hair into a messy bun, letting a few loose strands frame my face.Standing up, I checked my reflection one last time. My lavender floral dress was simple but elegant, paired with matching heels. I figured that the party wouldn’t be a fancy one. Just probably a small dinner, so there was no need to overdo it.The sound of the front doorbell rang behind me, and I turned, already knowing who it was. Taking a deep breath to steady my nerves, I walked to the front door, forced a small smile. Reaching for the doorknob, I pulled the door open.Roman stood before me, dressed casually in a fitted Armani shirt and jeans, his hands tucked deep into his pockets. Even in simple clothes, he looked just as good as always. His broad shoulders and defined muscles were very much impossible to ignore.Ugh! Focus, Sienna. This isn’t why
Sienna’s POV“How could you do something so cruel to me?!" Theresa’s voice shook with anger and her face streaked with angry tears. "I trusted you, Candice! You were my best friend!"Candice stood frozen, one hand pressed against her reddened cheek that Theresa had just slapped, her own tears slipping down.I pushed my chair back, ready to intervene, but Candice subtly shook her head, stopping me. Slowly, she dropped her hand from her cheek and straightened her posture, her eyes filled with regret.“You have every right to be mad at me, Theresa," her voice was visibly heavy with emotions ss she spoke. "That’s why I couldn’t bring myself to tell you what I did. Because I knew that what I did was unforgivable."Theresa let out a sharp, bitter laugh. "You’re damn right it is! I will never forgive you. Not in this life, not in the next! You knew how broken things were between Ethan and me, and you still did that? Why?! What did I ever do to deserve this?"The room was eerily silent as ev