LOGINSienna's POV
The meeting finally concluded neatly that day. Chairs were pushed back, laptops were closed, and the tension that had been hanging in the air slowly dissolved. I stood and shook hands with Vina, the publisher’s representative who had supported me professionally from the very beginning.“Thank you, Sienna,” she said sincerely. “Your decision was clear and well-directed. We’ll wait for your update regarding the new cover concept.”I nodded. “Thank you as well for respeNoah's POVThe whisper was so quiet I could barely hear it.I felt like I had gone far this time.That morning was really quiet.I just kept staring at the ceiling hoping to find some answers. There was nothing. Just a big empty white space, like how I was feeling now.My hand was still clenched on the blanket. It started to loosen up slowly. I was really exhausted. My anger was gone too. All I had left was regret.I let out a sigh and covered my face with my hand. My chest felt tight like something was pushing on me from the inside. I kept thinking about what I said. It was too real.I said some really mean things to my mom. I told her she was always so dramatic and possessive. I said I was not happy at home anymore.I groaned softly. I turned my face to the side. I whispered to myself, "Idiot."Why did I say those things? Why did I not stop myself? I knew my mom was
Noah's POV My head felt heavy. My body too.Every time I tried to move even a little, pain spread through my entire body. But somehow, it still didn’t compare to what I felt inside.It hurt more. Far more.I closed my eyes. “I want to rest, Mom,” I said softly.I really didn’t have the strength to explain everything right now. Not because I didn’t want to. But because I knew this wouldn’t end well.“No.”Mommy’s voice made me open my eyes immediately. Her tone was firm. Leaving no room for refusal.“You’re not resting until you explain everything.”I let out a slow breath. I expected that. I turned my head slightly toward her. Her face was still filled with emotion.Tears still lingered in the corners of her eyes. But this time it wasn’t just a worry. There was anger too.“If you don’t want to talk,” she continued, “I’ll go to Rachel’s house.”My chest tightened instantly.“What?” I asked quickly.“I’ll ask them t
Sienna's POV I was lying on the bed. I saw Noah with bandages on his arm and shoulder. There were scratches on his face. It hurt my chest.“Noah." My voice was weak.I quickly walked toward him.Then I saw someone else.Rachel.She was standing beside Noah’s bed. I stopped moving for a moment.Why was she here? All my emotions got mixed up. I felt a big surge.I looked at both of them. "What exactly happened?" I asked, my voice shaking but firm.Noah glanced at me briefly. He looked really tired. "I’m fine, Mom.”That answer made me mad. "Fine?!" I repeated. "You call this fine?!”My hand pointed at his injuries. "Look at yourself Noah!”He was silent. I stepped closer. Stared at him. "Now explain everything.”My tone was firm. There was no room for avoidance. "Why haven’t you been going to college? Why did you l
Sienna's POVMy phone started ringing while I was sitting in the living room trying to calm down. For some reason today felt off. I had been feeling uneasy all day ever since Noah walked out the door.I looked at my phone. It was a number I did not know. My heart started beating right away. I answered it. "Hello?"The person at the end sounded very serious. "Good Afternoon is this Mrs. Sienna?""Yes this is me.""We are calling from the hospital. We need to tell you that your son, Noah is here because he was in an accident -"Everything just stopped."What?" My voice was shaking. "An accident?""Yes, ma'am. He is being taken care of now. We think you should come here soon as you can."My hands started shaking fast. "Yes I will be there."I do not even remember how I ended the call. My phone almost fell out of my hand. "Noah." I said it out loud softly.
Noah's POV I looked at her. I wondered why she had that look on her face. Why did she even care about me?Rachel took another step closer to me. Her eyes were fixed on me like she was scared I would fall apart. "You have done enough," she said in a voice but I could hear the firmness in it.Her hand went up a little like she wanted to touch me. She stopped herself.I let out a laugh. It was a laugh. "Enough?" The word sounded strange to me. I shook my head a little. A sharp pain went through my head. "Not yet it is not enough."I tried to take another step. My legs gave way. I lost my balance. If my coach was not holding me I would have fallen on the asphalt again."Look at yourself Noah," my coach said loudly. I did not turn around. I did not care. I was looking at Rachel."I promised," I whispered to myself. "I said I would win."Rachel shook her head quickly. This time she
Noah’s POVThe end line was coming near, more clear with each moment and I could sense it I was nearly there. My hands gripped the handles tight, my breath not steady but my brain was focused on one thing, winning.I turned the gas harder, and the pace shot up right away. The breeze hit my body while the motor loud like it was driving me ahead, giving my willpower."I can do this," I said softly, my mind getting clearer. I looked to the side and saw one rider still trying to keep up, not wanting to lag behind.No, I wouldn't let him. I pushed the speed more, not caring about the strain growing in my body as I closed the gap to finish.Just a bit more. It's nearly there. But then I saw it, a sharp turn before the finish line.I ought to hav͏e eased up. I ought to have watched the turn slowly, thought about each move like I was taught to do.But I did not. I was too fixated on the end point, too ca
Sienna's POV Emily and calm were two words that could never exist side by side.“But how could she end up hugging Liam like that?” I asked, my voice breaking. “Why was she even in Liam’s room? Why didn’t Liam leave immediately? Why did it all look like something that had happened between
Sienna's POV The sound of the front door opening nearly made me drop the spoon I was using to stir the soup.“He’s home!” I exclaimed reflexively, even though there was clearly only one person I’d been waiting for since this afternoon.Liam, lounging casually in the living room, rai
Sienna's POV I grinned. “Mommy’s just making sure.”“We’re just classmates,” he added quickly. Too quickly.“All day?” Liam asked lightly.Noah sighed softly. “Our schedules just happen to match.”I restrained myself from launching into dozens of follow-up questions.But
Sienna's POV Noah was silent for a few seconds. I could see his reflection in the rearview mirror, his brows furrowing slightly.“I’ll be a little scared,” he admitted honestly. “But if someone needs help, I have to be brave.”That answer made me smile without realizing it.







