LOGINSienna's POV
My steps paused for a moment in front of the glass door of the small café just across from the apartment. The damp morning air still clung to my skin, but it wasn’t that which made my body feel heavy—it was the reality that I was about to sit down and talk with someone who had once been the center of my life… and also its undoing.I pushed the door open and immediately spotted Liam sitting in the corner of the café, wearing a dark shirt, his hands clasped anxiously on thSienna's POV Joshua shook his head again. “Mom, I really don’t need it right now.”I sighed. “You’re so stubborn.”He smiled a little. “I learned it from you, Mom.”I could not stop myself from laughing gently. “How dare you say that to someone who’s older than you?”It was as though there was a slight change in the atmosphere in the car. I placed the money back in my wallet, and then looked at Joshua with worry.“Take good care of yourself. And please don’t have another fight.”“Yes, Mom.”“And remember to eat, too. College is important, but so is your health.”Joshua nodded, and then took his bag from the back seat. I watched him make his way out of the car, but before he could reach for the door handle, I called out to him again.“Joshua.”He looked at me.“Whatever happens, know that I’ll always be here for you.”His expression changed a little. He smiled, but the smile looked so sad that I just wanted to ask him one
Sienna's POV The auto at last came to a halt just in front of Joshua's school house. I shut down the motor then looked at the young guy next to me.Joshua seemed a lot more at ease than when I saw him at the police station before, but for some reason, there was something in his eyes that made me think he was pondering over many things.“We're here,” I said softly.Joshua nodded and took off his seat belt. Before he could get out I pulled my wallet from my bag.“Joshua.”He looked at me. I pulled out some money and gave it to him."This is for you. Get yourself enough food, and if you need anything for college or other stuff just use it. Don’t worry too much about money."Joshua quickly shook his head. “Mom you don’t have to.”I frowned and stared at him. “Why not? You should need it.”“I'm doing fine, Mom.”I kept holding out the cash, wish
Sienna's POV My chest felt warm and sad at the same time hearing his answer. That boy always tried to appear strong, as if he was never allowed to show weakness in front of anyone.“Joshua, you don’t have to pretend to be strong in front of me,” I said gently. “If you’re in pain, just say so. If you have a problem, you can also talk about it.”He looked at me for a moment. “All right, Ma’am.”I stroked his hair, then asked the officer to make sure whether Joshua needed a medical examination. After that, we went back to waiting until several parents arrived to pick up their children.Not long after, the police called me back to the administration desk. I stood up and signaled for Joshua to follow me.The officer then explained several procedures before finally handing me some documents.“Because this is not a serious case and there are no serious reports from the parties involved, Joshua can be t
Sienna’s POVThe call came while I was in the car on my way home. An unknown number appeared on the screen, and I hesitated for a moment before finally answering it.“Hello?”“Is this Mrs. Sienna?”“Yes. Who is this?”“This is the police. We want to inform you that a young man named Joshua is currently at our station because he was involved in a fight.”I immediately fell silent.“Joshua?”“Yes, Ma’am.”“What happened?”“For further explanation, it would be better if you come to the station.”“All right. I’ll be there.”I didn’t think twice and turned the steering wheel toward the police station. Throughout the drive, my mind was filled with questions.Joshua?That boy had worried me several times before, but I had never imagined he would get involved in a fight.What had ac
Liam's POV “You already used those photos to get money.” “I can still use them again.” I glared at her angrily. “You won’t get anything from me if you keep threatening me.” “Really?” “Yes.” Wilona smiled. “Then perhaps I should try another way.” I immediately looked at her. “What way?” She put her phone back into her bag. “Talk to Sienna.” My heart seemed to stop for a moment. “Don’t involve my wife.” “Why?” Wilona looked at me calmly. “Doesn’t she have the right to know?” “There’s nothing she needs to know.” “Then give me a reason to stay silent.” I slowly shook my head. “You already got your money.” “But I still haven’t gotten what I really need.” “What is that?” Wilona gave me a faint smile before answering. “Certainty.” I let out a sigh. “You call that doing nothing?” Wilona sighed deeply. “I still need compensation.” I turned toward her quickly. “Compensation?” “Yes.” “For what now?” She lowered her head. “I feel like something is going to happen to me ev
Liam's POV Since the night of the party, I did all I could to keep away from Wilona. I even told my helper to change how her job was done.“From now on all of Wilona’s reports should be sent straight to her supervisor” I said.My helper seemed puzzled for a bit. “They don't have to come to the desk, Mr Liam”“No.”“Alright, sir.”I didn’t mind if my choice looked odd. I just wanted Wilona to stop having a reason to come near me.I didn’t want to look at her or talk to her. Most of all, I didn’t want her close to Sienna.Whenever I saw Wilona in the office hall, I would quickly search for another way. Even an elevator had turned into trouble.One morning, I was standing in front of the lift when the doors opened. Wilona was in there so I straight away made a hard grin.“Go ahead.”I let her go before I pressed the button for the next lift. O
Sienna's POV Before Noah enthusiasm could subside he went on, "And Noah wants to take part in math classes well.”I glanced. "What? Math lessons? You’re interested?”He agreed wholeheartedly. "Yes!”I restrained a grin. "You const
Sienna's POV Perhaps this is what it signifies to start over yet warmly. Gradual yet genuine. Today I sense that I’m building a fresh life with my small family.I scoop soup as Liam quietly asks, "Are you feeling nervous?”I looked at him somewhat amazed, by how h
Sienna's POVThe moment I exited the café I made up my mind to head to Noah’s school. It was two o’clock, in the afternoon and I was aware that the kids would be finishing their lessons shortly.The instant my shoes met the pavement beyond the café the afternoon wind s
Sienna's POV“Noaah!" Liam’s weary but comforting voice echoed through the living room.Noah instantly got to his feet lifting both his arms, up high. "DADDY!!”Liam didn’t even have time to loosen his tie before that small frame collided with his legs in







