Chapter 266
Josiah said, “That number is indeed registered under Ron.
Sienna was taken aback, not expecting this. However, she couldn’t understand. “Why would he hide the number?”
Josiah glanced at her with a faint smile. “Ron is a renowned master of oil painting. One of his paintings is worth a fortune. Countless people are wanting to commission his work. Dimagine Mr. Miller just wants some prace.
Sienna frowned, still skeptical.
“Stop overthinking it” Josiah reached over, gently taking her hand and rubbing it with his fingers. “You’re just getting worked up over nothing”
Sienna wasn’t sure. She pulled her hand back, her face still. “Focus on driving.”
At the Silver Beach villa, Josiah had just finished showering and walked out.
“Come here. Sienna waved him over. “I want to see this.”
“Okay” He didn’t ask any questions, obediently walking over to her. Sienna was holding a knitting needle in her hand, just getting started. She had knitted a fine, small circle in bright red.
Josiah couldn’t help but laugh when he remembered she was making him a sweater. “After all this time, this is all you’ve made, huh?” Sienna looked up, giving him a glare.
“I didn’t mean to rush you” Josiah quickly corrected himself. “Take your time. If I can’t wear it this year, I’ll wear it next year. I’ll keep in shape” “Okay,” Sienna mumbled. It wasn’t that she was slow, but she had started knitting Joyer’s sweater first. Of course, her kid always came first. She measured the size, and it was just right. “Perfect” Sienna packed it into a bag and slid it into her backpack. She planned to take it to the studio the next day and pass the time during the lunch break
“Come here” On the bed, Josiah lifted the blanket and waited for her. As soon as she got in, he pulled her into his arms.
He kissed her forehead and said, “I’ll hold you while you sleep, so your hands and feet don’t get cold. From now on, I’ll always hold you when you sleep
Sienna leaned against his chest, responding softly. “Okay”
The next day, because the artists only had time in the afternoon, Sienna returned to Sunshine Neighborhood in the morning to spend the entire morning with Joyce. After the lunch break, she headed to the studio.
As soon as Sienna arrived at the studio, Shannon came over and informed her. “Ms. Shaw, your group has one extra person now.” Sienna paused for a moment, not sure what she meant.
“Sorry about that.” Shannon apologized, “It was a last–minute decision. The director just found out as well. Sorry for the inconvenience.
It looked like there was another person with connections and resources. “It’s fine.” Sienna shook her head and smiled, her brief surprise quickly Turning to calm h won’t change how I do things”
All the artists had come to practice, except for Yvette. Sienna worked alongside the artists, offering corrections and guidance.
The rehearsal room door opened, and Shannon entered with a young woman, heading straight toward Sienna Shannon greeted with a smile, “Ms. Shaw, this is Chelsea Stewart. Chelsea, this is Ms. Shaw, the instructor for Group A
“Hello” Sienna smiled softly, her expression neutral.
“Hello, Ms. Shaw!” Chelsea had a captivating appearance. Every unile and gesture of Ill be in your group from now on, Ms. Shaw. Thank you for all the hard work.”
“You’re welcome. It’s my job, Sienna replied graciously.
hers oozed charm. Her voice was sweet and soft as she spoke,
Chelsea squinted her eyes, staring at Sienna with a fixed gaze. Smiling brightly, she said, “Ms. Shaw, you’re so beautiful. With looks like yours, you’d be top–tier in the entertainment industry!”
Sienna was already immune to this kind of flattery. She gave a calm smile. “You’re flattering me
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Maybe it was just her imagination, but Sienna felt something strange in Chelsea’s eyes–a mix of curiosity and hostility. She thought, “Am I overthinking? We don’t know each other, and this is our first–time meeting”
Shannon capped her hands and called the other artists over. “Everyone, let’s catch up. We’ll be working together from now on!”
“Hello, everyone!” Chelsen said with a bright smile, apologizing in her own way. “Sorry for joining late. How about thist Tonight. Ell treat everyone to a late–night snack!”
The antists exchanged looks, a bit surprised.
No need
“yeah, no need to be so polite.”
Hey,
“Fine.”
no one’s backing out! Otherwise, you’ll be humiliating me,” Chelsea joked.
“Thanks so much!“.
Sienna frowned slightly, glancing at Chelsea, She found that the girl looked delicate and soft, but there was an underlying aggressiveness to her-it was clear she wasn’t someone easy to deal with.
During the free practice time. Sienna didn’t think there were any major issues, and Chelsea pot into the flow of things as well. Taking the chance for a breath of fresh air, Sienna relaxed for a moment. Her phone buzzed–it was Josiah
“Hey” Sienna smiled softly and answered the call.
“Are we following the same plan tonight?” Josiah’s voice sounded different than usual–deeper, with a more magnetic tone. It sounded very appealing
“Yeah” Sienna pursed her lips.
“Alright. Ill pick you up after I’m done. Keep an eye on your phone, or you’ll miss my call!” said he
“Got it.” After hanging up. Sienna looked up just in time to see a group of people walking toward her, followed by some higher–ups from the studio. They seemed to be important figures. Curious, Sienna couldn’t help but steal a glance…
It made her heart skip a beat. It was Ron! Worried about Rosie, Sienna had been looking up information on Ron online these days. As a master of oil painting at his level, there was naturally an encyclopedia entry on him.
Sienna’s heart raced. She quickly picked up her phone again and double checked the information, holding the photo up to compare with the dignified elderly man in front of her. It was indeed Ron!
Watching on walk further away with his entourage, Sienna couldn’t hesitate any longer. She broke into a quick jog to catch up.
However, with Ron st
surrounded by so many people. Sienna couldn’t get close. Left with no choice, she shouted, “Mr. Miller!
The crowd stopped in their tracks. Everyone turned around and looked at Sienna
“Mr. Miller, Sienna hurried forward a couple of steps, bowing politely. “I apologize for the interruption. I’m a friend of Rosie!”
“Really?” Iton smiled geraly, sizing her up. “Rosie’s friend? What can I do for you?”
Ron seemed warm and approachable. Sienna felt relieved and quickly got to the point. “I just wanted to ask how Rosie has been lately.”
“Well..” Ron paused for a moment, then smiled and shook his head. “She should be fine. It’s been almost a year since I’ve seen her. Wait, it sounds like you two haven’t seen each other in a while, right?t
Sienna was at a loss for words. “Yes… it’s been a while.”
Ron nodded and smiled. “Yeah, if you have time, come over to my place with Rosie sometimes”
“Of course, Mr. Miller, Sienna sabl.
“Alright, take care” Ron gave a gentle smile, turned around, and was quickly surrounded by his entourage, gradually walking farther away.
Sienna stood frozen in place, her mind buzzing. She thought, Rosie isn’t at Ron’s place at all! Josiah lied to me! It was the first time I asked him for help, yet he had lied to me!
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Why? Was there a special reason? Or was the reason just simple–that he couldn’t be bothered to help me? He didn’t care about my problems at all! Because if he did, he would have taken me seriously!
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