Chapter 66 Thoughts

Theo watched Sierra's face turn crimson, and his eyes filled with even more amusement. "Really? I thought you liked this kind of man," he said lazily, and his tone was laced with a hint of teasing. Sierra caught the implication and shot him a reproachful glance. "Uncle Theo, you're getting better and better at joking." He smiled faintly as his gaze shifted to her feet. He pursed his lips together slightly before asking in a low voice, "Do they still hurt?" She shook her head and smiled softly. "Not anymore. Thank you, Uncle Theo. Maddy told me you spent two days looking for me. You've gone to so much trouble for me." "It wasn't trouble." His dark eyes glimmered as he looked at her earnestly. "It was my concern." She froze for a moment, and her eyes inadvertently locked with his deep, dark gaze. Her heartbeat quickened, and she felt a sudden sense of panic. She quickly blinked, breaking eye contact, and let out an awkward laugh. "Of course. Anyone would be concerned after seeing m