Chapter 393: Sienna Bennett Stood Upright After Paying Her Respects

Sienna Bennett stood upright after paying her respects at Giselle Marchand's grave. Memories of the woman's unwavering kindness and protection during her childhood flooded her mind. Sienna made a silent vow. She would resolve all outstanding issues and build a life with Lucas. Giselle deserved to rest in peace, free from worry.

Lucas Harrington and Noah placed floral tributes with solemn reverence. Their research indicated Giselle had shown Sienna exceptional kindness, caring for her for eight years. Tragedy struck when eight-year-old Sienna fell into a raging river. Giselle saved the child but was tragically pulled under by the strong current and drowned. This incident drastically worsened Sienna's life within the Bennett household. She was universally blamed for bringing misfortune upon the family. Lucas's gaze remained fixed on the headstone. 'Rest assured. I will protect Sienna.'

Recent renovations to the cemetery grounds meant other visitors were present. A man dressed entirely in black was tending a grave several meters away. Appearing to be in his fifties, he wore a tailored black suit, his hair neatly tied back. His movements were deliberate, almost languid, and he seemed completely at ease, undisturbed by their presence. Sienna noticed him but dismissed him as irrelevant.

Her phone vibrated. It was Miles Reed. "Ms. Bennett, Vanessa orchestrated a fire to rescue Philip. She also arranged for Takashi Yamamoto to train Caleb in Lakeshore. Philip and Helena have already transferred their twenty-five percent company shares to her. Henry Bennett approved the transaction!" Sienna's eyes narrowed. Vanessa was moving faster than anticipated. Her plan was finally in motion.

This development meant Vanessa now held thirty percent of the Bennett shares, having acquired twenty-five from Philip and Helena. Sienna personally held twenty-five percent. Henry also retained thirty percent. This placed Vanessa on equal footing with Henry, granting her matching authority within the company! If anything were to happen to Henry, Vanessa would effectively gain control of the entire corporation… A dark shadow crossed Sienna's features. Standing beside her, Noah tilted his head. "Mommy, that bad woman isn't even a real Bennett. Why can't you just make her leave? Those shares should be yours!"

His words pulled Sienna from her dark thoughts. She knelt to his eye level. "You're still young, my love. Some matters are complex. Reclaiming shares is straightforward. Winning back loyalty and affection is the true challenge. Vanessa lived as a Bennett for twenty-three years. Even knowing she isn't their blood, their hearts may not readily accept me. These things require patience. But it will conclude soon. She has made her opening move. I hope she is prepared for the consequences!"

A cold, determined glint hardened Sienna's eyes. The middle-aged man, still within earshot, overheard the exchange. His expression darkened slightly. Her words echoed in his mind: 'Vanessa lived as a Bennett for twenty-three years. Even knowing she isn't their blood…!' She was not the actual daughter… Not the actual daughter… Sienna departed with Lucas and Noah. The man remained, deeply contemplative. He watched their retreating figures with a grave and intense focus.

A bodyguard approached him cautiously. "Sir, shall we proceed with the investigation? If their claims are verified, should we arrange for Madam's immediate return?"

"Patience. If it is indeed her… a marriage is impending. We must gather more intelligence before we act," the middle-aged man instructed, his voice low and measured.

"Understood, Sir." The bodyguard withdrew.

After finalizing the necessary cemetery paperwork, Sienna, Lucas, and Noah prepared to leave. Given the likely schemes of Derek Prescott and Valerie Duval, returning to the safety of the estate was paramount. Lucas's phone rang as they settled into the car. A panicked shareholder's voice came through the speaker. "Mr. Harrington, urgent situation! Critical issues have emerged with the outreach initiative. Immediate intervention is required!" Lucas's composed demeanor shifted, a storm of emotions brewing beneath the surface. This project had run smoothly for three years. Why would catastrophic problems arise so abruptly?

"Convene a meeting in thirty minutes." He ended the call and turned to Sienna. "Please take Noah home directly. I must go to the corporate office immediately."