Chapter 221 Ex-Girlfriend Turned Aunt

Sierra lowered her gaze, her thick lashes casting soft shadows over her eyes. She bit her lip lightly, her slender fingers twisting the hem of her sweater unconsciously. "I didn't look," she murmured, her voice barely audible. Theo suddenly crouched in front of her, his deep, dark eyes locking onto hers without warning. Sierra blinked, momentarily stunned. His gaze was warm, carrying a trace of amusement like scattered stardust. "Why won't you look at me?" Theo teased, his low voice laced with mischief. Sierra shifted, wanting to stand, but his hands pressed gently against her legs, his touch seeping warmth through the fabric. A shiver ran down her spine, a current of unfamiliar energy surging through her body. Before she could react, his arm wrapped around her waist, pulling her in with just enough force to close the distance. She stumbled forward, now so close that her nose nearly brushed against his sharp, defined one. As she was startled, the book in her hand slipped and dr