Chapter 227 Clarity

"We don't owe each other anything. From now on, we are done." Benson's actions had completely erased the last trace of gratitude Sierra had once held for him saving her life. His love was suffocating, destructive—something she could no longer bear. Seeing her unwavering determination, he felt a wave of panic rise in his chest. Why couldn't she just forgive him? Then, suddenly, an image of Theo flashed through his mind. He lunged forward, gripping Sierra's shoulders tightly, his voice raw with desperation. "This is because of Theo, isn't it?" His grip was too firm, causing her injured shoulder to throb in pain. She tried to pull away, but he tightened his hold. "Theo isn't with you for love. He has an agenda. He's only saying he wants to marry you because he sees you as a stepping stone. He's using you for his benefit—he doesn't care about you. "Cee, you need to wake up!" Sierra shoved him away with all her strength, her breathing uneven as she clutched her aching shoulder. Pa