Chapter: 751

It was clear to her that Darian and Jasper were blind to this fact.

Otherwise, they would have been suspicious of the body’s identity and would not have flaunted their joy in front of her.

Furthermore, the timeline Darian had constructed of the event seemed faulty to her. He said the tragic accident happened two days ago, early in the morning. But Theodore was right next to her, sound asleep at that time.

It appeared that neither Darian nor Jasper knew about Theodore’s secret trip to the town.

A phrase, echoing in Ariana’s mind like a cryptic mantra, was Theodore’s consistent “wait a little Longer.”

He spoke these words as if they were a promise of an approaching resolution. Had this been the end he had hinted at? Now, looking back, she realized these words were seeds of something bigger; Theodore was orchestrating a plan.

had certainly staged his own death, but Ariana was left grappling with the question of

Theodore’s secret plan and who was clueless; she didn’t even know if she could

a fire of

irked her. Even if she wanted to disassociate herself from his ploy, she was too entwined to do so. Theodore had

pushed the bowl of chicken

couldn’t afford to gamble with trust.

But someone grieving couldn’t be seen enjoying a hearty meal.

of Theodore’s audacity. His plan probably didn’t account for their

charade. Yet, he had

realizing the truth? That she might proclaim to

keep her emotions in check,

train of thought. In an instant, Ariana painted herself into a picture of despair, lying down wordlessly, her gaze

she couldn’t let her guard down, unsure if any of Theodore’s foes were watching her under the radar. Whenever others were around, she had to put

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