What do you want?â Ariana asked directly.
Seeing Arianaâs comprehension, Jasperâs smile widened, and he regarded her with a profound gaze.
He waved his hand, dismissing Sarah and Donna, and uttered, âFor now, you two can Leave.
I have a private discussion to engage in with my dear Ariana.
â
Upon hearing Jasper address her as âdearâ, a shudder of repulsion coursed through Arianaâs veins, leaving her overwhelmed by a nauseating disgust.
In the past, Jasper would inadvertently let slip his repugnant thoughts in Theodoreâs presence, but now, believing Theodore to be dead, he shamelessly flaunted his desires, unabashed and unapologetic!
Donna, ever the obedient one, promptly prepared to exit the room as instructed.
However, Sarah, driven by her unwavering concern, firmly clung to Arianaâs hand, her gaze filled with a mixture of worry and determination.
âAriana, Iâm not going anywhere! That despicable man must be up to something as evil as his soul!â
Ariana comprehended Sarahâs apprehension, but she knew that their options were Limited at the moment.
Also, she had her own plans!
âNo need to worry, everything will be fine.
Trust me,â Ariana reassured Sarah, her touch gentle as she patted her hand.
âBesides, we are still within the walls of the company.
He wouldnât dare cross the boundaries.
â
With Arianaâs persuasive words echoing in her mind, Sarah reluctantly retreated from the room, her steps sluggish and Laden with reluctance.
Initially, Sarah had intended to station herself near the doorway, ready to intervene if the need arose.
However, Jasper exchanged a knowing glance with Donna.
Donna, catching the signal, addressed Sarah in a cold, detached tone, âSarah, come with me.
Thereâs something I need to discuss with you.
â
Asserting her dominance, Donna firmly grasped Sarahâs arm and guided her away from the office.
When the office was empty, Jasper wasted no time.
He swiftly approached the door, ensuring it was firmly closed and securely locked.
Ariana, cool and collected, observed his every move, her senses heightened with caution as she kept her distance.
With a sharp turn, Jasperâs eyes blazed with unrestrained aggression, fixing them on Ariana, his intent well too obvious.
Ariana, her discomfort mounting, felt compelled to confront him head-on.
âSo, what is it that you want?â she demanded, her voice steady and laced with an undercurrent of resolve.
âItâs a simple matter,â Jasper started, looking at her with eyes oozing greed.
âWith Theodoreâs demise, you find yourself without any support.
It would be wise for you to obediently return to my side.
â
Arianaâs brows knitted together, a surge of repugnance threatening to break through her carefully crafted facade.
âI suppose I can overlook the fact that you are married.
â Jasper feigned magnanimity as if he were making a grand sacrifice.
âIn the future, I will assume the role of the familyâs head.
If you are willing, you could regain your position as the matriarch of the Anderson family, once again enjoying all the privileges that were once bestowed upon you.
â
Ariana, hearing his words, struggled to suppress her disdain, her gaze subtly shifting as she locked eyes with him.
âBut arenât you on the verge of marrying Brielle?â
Jasperâs eyes flickered with a tinge of contempt when he heard that name, and he derisively scoffed, âBrielle? What significance does she hold? She is but an empty facade, utterly insignificant without me.
She is far from deserving the title of my wife!â
Amusement danced in Arianaâs eyes as she found herself genuinely intrigued by his ulterior motives.
One moment, he sought to ruin her, and now he desired to possess her.
If she were not privy to Jasperâs true nature, she would suspect him of suffering from a split personality.
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Smiling mockingly, Ariana asked, âWerenât you fiercely protective of Brielle before?â
Failing to perceive the sarcasm in Arianaâs words, Jasper, momentarily intoxicated by his own happiness, misconstrued her intentions as jealousy and coquetry.
He hastened to respond, âYou misunderstand.
Those previous actions were merely temporary strategies for promoting the movie.
However, now that I am the acting CEO, my status has become exceedingly prestigious.
A woman like Brielle is not worthy of me.
â
Proudly asserting his newfound position, Jasper glanced down at Ariana, then abruptly shifted the conversation.
âIn fact, considering your background as a fallen heiress and a widow, you, too, did not initially meet my standards.
But I tend to be loyal and faithful.
I cannot forget you, and your abilities are quite commendable, surpassing BrieLleâs.
So I donât mind marrying you.
â