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.

true romantic connection between Theodore and Helen, the photo still

have returned to the apartment and

voice quivered slightly as she assured Sonia, “I trust Theodore completely, and I am certain he would never betray

of empathy welled up inside her, understanding the distress Ariana was going through. “But you’re still

her eyes Locked on the image she clutched in her

heart that Theodore would never be unfaithful. Nevertheless, her heart ached incessantly at

unease, Sonia wisely chose to steer the conversation in a different direction. Gently, she retrieved the photo from Ariana’s tense grip, offering an awkward little laugh. “Let’s

her composure, Ariana mustered a feeble smile for Sonia. “I have no particular cravings;

her tongue. “That won’t do at all. Even if you won’t admit it, I know your tastes perfectly well. Come on, let’s get you out

After placing an order for several of Ariana’s favorite dishes, Sonia remained by her side throughout the meal, providing much-needed company.

Ariana sat quietly for a long moment, contemplating her feelings. Finally, she decided to reach out to Theodore and dialed his number on

voice greeted Ariana before she was

concern, prompting her to

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