Begging for a Second Chance (Sienna Sloan and Jarred Sterling) novel Chapter 48

Her teammates crowded around her, all talking over each other as they asked about her recovery.

Some brought her flowers, while others handed her expensive healing balms.

The overwhelming warmth and support instantly lifted the heavy fog that had settled over her heart these past few days.

Just then, the office doors swung open again.

The chatter died instantly.

Jarred stood in the doorway. His sharp, impeccably tailored suit was completely at odds with the casual, lived-in atmosphere of the precinct.

He held a massive bouquet of purple hyacinths, their rich color striking and intense.

Amidst the standard carnations and lilies scattered around the room, the vibrant blooms looked incredibly exquisite, instantly stealing the spotlight.

Everyone subconsciously held their breath.

They all knew Jarred's temperament. He was famously aloof and never the type to join in on group celebrations.

For him to show up here—holding flowers, no less—was completely unexpected.

The team exchanged wide-eyed glances, not daring to make a sound.

The smile faded from Sienna's face.

They hadn't seen each other since their disastrous parting at the hospital. Seeing him here now only made a suffocating weight settle over her chest.

Luna's gaze darted to the purple hyacinths first, a flicker of surprise in her eyes.

She knew better than anyone that they were Sienna's favorite flowers, and that purple hyacinths symbolized an apology.

She glanced at Sienna's tense profile, then back at Jarred.

Leaning in close, Luna muttered just loud enough for Sienna to hear, "He pulls all that absolute garbage, and he thinks a bouquet of flowers is going to fix it? As if."

Sienna didn't respond. She just stared at Jarred, her expression blank.

The moment their eyes met, the air in the room practically froze.

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