Chapter 394
“Mom, you really don’t have to worry about me. Once my injuries have healed a bit, I’ll come by and thank you myself,” Sean said.
Vivian and Nathan’s company had become a dark horse in Vallaris, swiftly surpassing fierce competition and capturing everyone’s attention. Vivian could finally share this excellent news with Sienna.
She couldn’t wait to get home, but upon entering, she saw Julian and Sienna kissing. Vivian’s cheeks flushed crimson. She quickly averted her gaze, but Sienna noticed her. Sienna glared at Julian, pushed him away, and called out, “Vivian.”
Vivian clutched her sleeve, looking up at the ceiling, then down at the floor—she was so embarrassed she wished she could disappear. “Ugh, I should’ve at least knocked or said something before coming in,” she thought. She stammered, “Sienna, I…”
Julian quickly retreated, bowl in hand. “I’ll leave you two to it.”
Only then did Vivian turn back toward Sienna, head bowed in embarrassment. Sienna ruffled her hair. “Is there something you want to tell me?”
Vivian practically bounced with excitement as she shared the good news. Hearing it, Sienna felt a surge of pride—her little sister was truly growing up. Vivian finally had the independence she’d strived for. Throughout her startup journey, Sienna had deliberately created challenges, but Vivian had overcome them all.
“Vivian, you really are incredible,” Sienna said.
“Sis, I hope I didn’t let you down. Don’t worry—I promise I’ll make Hart Corporation even greater,” Vivian said, her voice full of determination.
Sienna saw the ambition and desire in her eyes and smiled softly. “I believe in you,” she said.
Vivian glanced at Sienna’s belly, her eyes sparkling. “Sis, can I touch your belly?” she asked eagerly.
Sienna took Vivian’s hand and gently placed it on her stomach. “Go ahead.”
Vivian said, a little jealously, “I really don’t want Julian getting in the middle of our lives—we’re the real family here. But, attentive to you, even more attentive than we are.”
Sienna pinched her cheek gently. “To me, no one could ever be better than you girls.”
“Yeah.” Vivian felt the roundness of Sienna’s belly, then bent down and pressed her face against it. “Sis, he just moved!” she exclaimed, her voice brimming with excitement. He’s so… Vivian was practically bouncing with joy, like a child on Christmas morning.
A few days later, Lana reported to Sienna about Aiden. “Demi Bale’s offer is quite tempting—he doesn’t really have a reason to say no. She gave him three days to consider it, and today’s the last day,” Lana said.
Sienna flipped through the documents. “He’ll agree.”
At ten o’clock that night, Aiden walked into the room, bringing Demi back to the Hart family home. Demi clung tightly to Aiden’s arm; he seemed to want to speak but hesitated. Yesterday, Sienna’s representatives had offered him the option of refusing the arranged marriage and remaining at home, as things used to be. In the end, this was his chosen path.
“Sienna, I’ve decided—I’m going to marry Demi Bale,” Aiden said.
Sienna looked at him. “Are you sure about this?”
Aiden nodded. “Yeah, Sienna. You know it’s been so many years since your mother passed away, and I…”
Sienna spoke slowly, “Alright. You two can get married overseas, but you can’t use the name Aiden Hart anymore. You’ll have to adopt a new identity. That way, you’ll still retain your one percent share in Hart Corporation.”
Aiden was stunned by this unexpected turn of events. “Sienna, are you really serious? I can still keep my shares, and receive future dividends, right?” Aiden stammered, his voice trembling.
Sienna replied quietly, “Got it.”
Aiden’s eyes reddened with emotion—he was on the verge of tears. He’d been blind before, always listening to others instead of trusting his own family. In the end, it was his daughter, Sienna, who truly cared about him.
“Sienna, you and Julian take care of each other. We’ll come back when the baby’s born,” Aiden said softly.
“Sure.” Sienna nodded.
Sienna watched their backs as they left, a hint of sadness in her gaze.