Chapter 26

Sienna's POV

I nodded, my throat constricting as I tried to swallow. "I need to collect some personal items," I explained, the words barely audible even to my own ears.

"I'll accompany you inside," he stated firmly, his tone leaving no room for argument.

"That's not necessary. I'm just grabbing a few things." I fought to keep my voice steady, though I could feel a slight tremor in my hands.

"Mr. L