The Love From Vengeance

312: CAN’T CHANGE MY MIND

ARIEL’S POV

I cleared my throat, feeling a bit nervous under Andre’s scrutinizing gaze. “Um, yeah, so… I want to come back and work with the company again,” I finally blurted out, hoping I didn’t sound too awkward.

Andre raised an eyebrow, still not saying a word, and I shifted uncomfortably under his intense stare. “I’m serious, Andre,” I stammered, feeling the need to defend my

decision.

He finally broke his silence with a small chuckle. “Of course, I know you’re serious, Ariel,” he said, his voice laced with amusement. “I was just… processing.”

I couldn’t help but laugh at his response. “Processing? You looked like you were

about to grill me for a second there,” I teased, feeling a wave of relief wash over me.

He shrugged nonchalantly. “I don’t know; maybe I thought you found some other

company better than mine,” he joked, and there was a playful glint right in his eyes.

I shook my head, still chuckling. “No way, Andre. You know that I’ll always work with Vitality Group. You helped me out years ago, and I’ll never forget that.”

Andre’s smile widened at my words. “I’m glad to hear that, Ariel,” he replied sincerely,

his eyes reflecting genuine gratitude.

“So, am I hired?” I asked, slowly widening my mouth.

He chuckled, tapping

s desk lightly. “Welcome back to the team.”

“Thanks, Andre,” I told him with a smile. It’s good to be back.”

“So, Ariel, I need to ask you something.”

I gave

a curious face. “Go ahead.”

talked about this before, but I just have to make things clear

here.”

what is it?” I

EAST CLANG MY MIND

Do you still plan to take revenge on Mason?

this whole conversation from the very

sure you do. So, Ariel, aren’t you going to give me an

about Mason hasn’t changed. And it’s not going to change. I thought we made this clear at

want to see if I can still change your mind.”

I think you’ve seen

You can’t

for what he did

know there are other ways to

son back.”

André. This is the

know you won’t change your

understanding, André. But Mason

know, Ariel. I won’t stress it further. Let’s

LUKE’S POV

of birds provided a soothing backdrop, a symphony of nature in contrast to

Children of all ages danced and played, their laughter echoing like music. Each

a group of toddlers chased after a colorful ball, their tiny legs

CHANGE MY

I couldn’t help but smile at their antics, reminded of simpler

happiness.

older sister pushed her brother higher and higher, his squeals of excitement reaching new heights with each arc. Their bond

in this park. I remembered the thrill of racing down the winding paths and the exhilaration

obligations–and expectations days with a pang of longing tugging at my heart. But amidst the wistfulness, there was also gratitude – for the memories forged in this very park, for the moments of joy and laughter that had shaped me into the person I am today. Yes, my grandfather

Oh, the

a game of tag. They darted and dodged with practiced agility,