The case remained unsolved.Sienna let out a weary sigh, leaning back on the couch, her eyes downcast as she sank into deep thought."Sienna, perhaps it's time to consider letting Daniel take a proper vacation this month. He's been working tirelessly for the past year without a break."Sienna pressed her lips together and nodded. "Alright."Just then, Jurgen and Daniel emerged from the study."We have other matters to attend to, so we'll be heading out now," Jurgen said, bidding farewell.Sienna hurriedly stood up, accompanying Daniel as they politely saw their guests off.Outside, the vehicles slowly pulled away.Sienna stood by Daniel's side, her gaze resting on him with a hint of contemplation.Truly, the afflictions of the heart often demanded solace from within. Ryan's words served as the soothing salve that alleviated her emotional anguish.He had never uttered a disparaging word about Shelly and had borne the weight alone.As Daniel turned, he discovered Sienna gazing
As Daniel mentioned his colleague, Sienna's mind drifted to his career. Her smile gradually faded, replaced by an inexplicable sense of unease.The thought of Daniel considering leaving his job to ensure her security and comfort stirred up a wave of sadness within Sienna.She realized she needed to find the right moment to broach the subject of his possible resignation."What's wrong?" Daniel asked, noticing the shift in Sienna's mood. "It's nothing," Sienna replied, shaking her head. She forced a smile before changing the subject. "So, what are your plans for later?"Embracing Sienna, Daniel pulled her close to his chest. "Nothing in particular. I just want to be near you."As her curvy and delicate body nestled comfortably against his sturdy torso, her cheeks flushed.With a touch of nervousness, Sienna playfully quipped, "We can't spend the whole day like this, just staring into each other's eyes, can we?"Daniel's grin widened. "Well, it's not entirely off the table."Sie
Daniel's kisses were unlike any Sienna had experienced before—deep, consuming, almost devouring, with a sense of plunder.She couldn't help but sense his desire, feeling his tense body tremble ever so slightly.No matter how insecure or scared she felt, Sienna couldn't change the fact that she was Daniel Morrison's wife.This was an inevitable path she had to tread.Daniel's kisses were no longer satisfied with just Sienna's lips. They traveled to her neck, ran across her shoulder, and then gently brushed her earlobe.His voice, rough and intimate, whispered, "Don't be afraid, Sisi."Sienna's breathing grew erratic, her nervous hands clutching the bedsheets.The sound from the movie abruptly faded into silence, and the projection screen dimmed, plunging the room into darkness.A faint glow filtered through the curtains, casting a murky, shadowy atmosphere over the space.Despite the darkness, Daniel's kisses persisted. Slowly and tentatively, he began to remove her clothes. In
Sienna remembered how Daniel had delicately wiped her body clean with a warm towel.As she drifted toward sleep, she felt a warm chest against her back. An arm was wrapped around her, enveloping her in an embrace.A soft breath brushed against her ear as Daniel murmured, "Sisi, we should go to the hospital. You seem to be injured."Barely awake, Sienna offered no response, simply shaking her head in refusal.A wave of concern washed over Daniel as he struggled to understand how Sienna ended up injured despite his efforts to be gentle and restrained.Having taken a forensic pathology course at university, he had some understanding of assessing the severity of injuries based on bleeding.It appeared that Sienna may have sustained a minor tear."Sisi…" Daniel whispered, his heart heavy with both tenderness and guilt. He pressed a kiss onto Sienna's shoulder, drawing her closer."I just want to rest," Sienna murmured, feeling a quiet strength within herself despite her emotional tu
Daniel responded with a bitter smile, his gaze dropping to his plate as he fell silent.Setting down her utensils, Sienna adopted a serious expression. "Daniel, if you're considering resigning because of me, please don't. It wouldn't bring me any joy, nor would I feel grateful. Frankly, it would only embarrass me.""Sisi, I don't want you to endure any more pain. I made a promise…" Daniel's voice trailed off suddenly.Sienna could feel his urge to defend Shelly's memory once again. He had quickly stopped himself from speaking any further.Feeling emotionally drained, she continued sadly, "Daniel, I don't want to be a burden on you. I don't want you to feel obligated to support me, nor do I want you to leave your job for my sake."I refuse to be a liability, and I certainly don't want to hinder your career. Can't you see where I'm coming from?"Despite recognizing her strong sense of pride, Daniel also understood her current feelings of insecurity.Sienna pressed on, "If you genu
"Why didn't you offer an explanation when you learned my mother was gone?" Sienna asked. "I didn't want to say anything negative about her," Daniel answered. Sienna's heart swelled with a jumble of emotions, tears blurring her vision.Her voice carried a hint of bitterness as she spoke, "So, just because you thought it was best for me and my family, I'm supposed to be grateful? Am I expected to overlook the pain you've caused, the wounds I've endured, the abandonment?""Sisi, I know it's my fault. I admit it," Daniel's tone dripped with remorse as he cautiously broached the next question, "But what about you? Have you ever truly loved me?"Confusion marred Sienna's features as she looked at him. "What do you mean?" she asked, her voice tinged with uncertainty.Daniel's smile twisted with bitterness as he dredged up painful memories. Tears welled in his eyes as he uttered words that cut deep. "When I was infatuated with you, you treated me as though I were merely a patient in ne
Daniel held Sienna firmly from behind, his voice soft as he whispered into her ear, "You barely touched your food. Did I upset you?""I'm honestly just not hungry," she replied, feeling the warmth of his breath against her skin. Her cheeks flushed with embarrassment as she spoke with a hint of resignation."You should try to eat a bit more," Daniel insisted, guiding her back to the table and helping her into her seat.Once seated, he picked up a piece of steak and offered it to Sienna, his gaze both intense and serene as he observed her.Sienna felt bashful under his scrutiny but reluctantly picked up her utensils and began to eat.Following their meal, Daniel took her hand and led her outside for a stroll in the garden to aid digestion.In the evening, Sienna retreated to the study to work. She remained seated in front of the computer for four consecutive hours, only leaving the study after 11:00 pm.Standing before the doors to the master bedroom and the guest bedroom, Sienna
When a man says "I love you" in the middle of the night, was it a sincere confession, or was he just after her body?Sienna was in a state of heightened tension. If he tried to kiss her or take off her clothes, she would tell him she wasn't feeling well and that she was still sore down there."Next time," she blurted out. The response was sudden and baffling.Sienna felt utterly awkward afterward.Daniel was momentarily stunned before letting out a chuckle. He kissed her forehead and murmured softly, "Next time for what? Let me love you for the next time?"Sienna felt embarrassed and speechless. She couldn't help but want to laugh. She buried herself in his embrace, with her hand slowly reaching up to his solid chest.She said, "I feel like sleeping."After kissing her forehead, Daniel said, "Goodnight.""Goodnight," Sienna replied before closing her eyes.That night was tender and peaceful. The thing Sienna feared didn't happen.From that day on, Daniel was always with her