Chapter: 820

It dawned on her that Helen had previously made extensive efforts to sow seeds of doubt about Theodore and Marley’s relationship. Ariana could easily discern Helen’s intentions.

Theodore had been forthright with her, explicitly explaining that there was nothing inappropriate between him and Helen. Ariana chose to trust him implicitly, believing that their connection was nothing more than a sibling-Like bond.

She surmised that this situation was probably no different from before – Helen had concocted some excuse to manipulate Theodore into accompanying her.

Shaking her head, Ariana replied with conviction, “Theodore has already clarified the nature of their association to me. Helen suffers from a heart condition, and Theodore sees her as nothing more than a sister.”

Sonia’s temper was always on a short fuse, and now she was in a state of high dudgeon, firmly rejecting Ariana’s explanation. Without hesitation, she produced a photograph from her purse, holding it up for Ariana to see.

In the photo, Theodore and Helen were shown embracing each other as they left the hospital together. The photographer had captured them from a distance, making their facial expressions unclear, but the intimacy of their posture was undeniable.

there was no true romantic connection between Theodore and Helen, the photo still managed to inflict

words were sharp and pointed. “Those two have returned to the apartment and Likely haven’t

she tried to put on a brave front and forced a smile. Her voice quivered slightly as she assured Sonia, “I trust Theodore completely, and I

going through. “But you’re still in the hospital – how could Theodore abandon you to frolic with another woman?” she said in a

on the image she clutched in her

knew Helen’s true nature all too well, just as she believed in her heart that

Ariana’s tense grip, offering an awkward little laugh. “Let’s

a feeble smile for Sonia. “I have no particular cravings;

you won’t admit it, I know your tastes perfectly well. Come on, let’s get you

she Linked her arm with Ariana’s to help her up. After placing an order for several of Ariana’s favorite dishes, Sonia remained by her side throughout the meal, providing much-needed company. Witnessing Ariana’s mood slightly improved, Sonia sensed it was time to give her some space to

Finally, she decided to reach out

greeted Ariana before

brow furrowed in concern, prompting her

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