Sky couldn't remember many things from their childhood, but he remembered that bracelet on Sierra's wrist clearly. He also remembered that moment exactly as she described it. Every detail matched.
Overwhelmed with guilt, Sky knew he couldn't change the past or undo what he had done as a child. All he could do now was sincerely apologize.
Sierra quickly stood and helped him up. "Mr. Walker, there's no need to apologize. That was a long time ago. I didn't mean to bring all that up to make you feel bad. It's just our first time seeing each other as adults.
"It came to mind, and I blurted it all out. Think of it as old friends catching up, and please don't be like that. You're making me feel even more unsettled."
Once she helped him up, she gently let go and motioned for him to sit. "Please, Mr. Walker."
Sky sat down again, momentarily at a loss for words.
Sierra poured him another drink and raised his glass. "Mr. Walker, a toast to you."
"It should be me toasting you," Sky replied, lifting his own glass. "For what I did back then—being unreasonable, using my status—I owe you an apology, Ms. Remington."
"Let's not go back and forth on who owes who," Sierra said with a light smile. "You've seen the documents I wanted to show you. You know what I'm asking for.
"I came to you because I trust you. You were the first person who showed me kindness when I was just a scared little girl. You offered me your hand.
"You made me apologize back then, yes, but that was because you were protecting your sister. If I had a younger sibling, I'd have done the same.
"So please don't feel guilty. It's been so many years. I'd just like to be honest from the start. I'd rather not wait until things are halfway through to bring up the past."
She raised her glass again. "Mr. Walker, to you."
Sky clinked his glass with hers. "To us."
They both drained their glasses in one go.
"My divorce case is being handled by Mr. Watson, the attorney Natalie recommended. He'll be speaking with Samuel soon," Sierra explained.
"Before my divorce is finalized, I need the materials I showed you to remain secure. Mr. Walker, will you help me with this?"
Sky nodded. "Alright. I'll help you."
"I do have one more request." Sierra looked at him a little cautiously. "Would you be willing to help me make an introduction?"
"Go ahead, Ms. Remington."
"I'd like to enter the entertainment industry," Sierra said seriously. "I plan to settle here in Dithoria with my parents, and I need a job.
"Back when I was abroad, I really enjoyed acting. But Samuel didn't let me step into the spotlight. He only wanted me to be a housewife.
"But now that we're divorcing—though my parents gave me plenty of money—I still have to plan for the future.
"Having a career means having a sense of independence. I'd like you to introduce me to your brother, Lincoln Walker. I want to sign with his agency and become one of his signed celebrities."
Sky didn't hesitate. Helping her get in touch with Lincoln wasn't a big deal. Whether anything came of it afterward would be up to her and Lincoln.
"Alright. I'll arrange a meeting with Lincoln for you," he agreed. "And I'll think over what you said. I'll prepare a plan and send it to you.
"Ms. Remington, I'm still sorry for how I treated you as a kid."
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