Gritting her teeth, Brielle couldnât help but wish that f@cking Ariana would suffer for the rest of her life!
Ariana had scarcely managed to catch a few winks throughout the night in the hospital, as weariness enveloped her Like a heavy fog.
Restlessness and anxiety took root in her heart, churning her emotions into a tumultuous storm.
At the crack of dawn, Ariana rose from her sickbed, yearning for a breath of fresh air downstairs.
When she opened the wardâs door, there stood Horace, ever vigilant, like a steadfast sentinel.
Seeing Horace stationed there didnât surprise her at all.
With a casual glance, she asked, âCare to accompany me downstairs for a little strovl?â
Horace, bound by Theodoreâs explicit orders to be by Arianaâs side at all times, nodded his consent.
The duo meandered through the ground-floor garden.
Noticing Arianaâs pallid complexion, Horace spoke up timely.
âBoss might appear aloof on the surface, but heâs not as heartless as he seems.
Heâs always been thoughtful and considerate towards you.
â
Ariana remained calm, her emotions hidden beneath a serene mask.
Observing her demeanor, Horace grew increasingly uneasy, fearing that if Theodore persisted in this manner, he could perhaps reach a point of no return with Ariana.
In a hurry to explain, he added, âBoss has his own struggles too.
â
Ariana responded with a derisive, icy laugh, âThereâs no need to make him look good.
If heâs facing difficulties, why canât he confide in me instead of choosing to end our children?â
Witnessing the distress in both Ariana and Theodore, Horace was torn He intended to speak but ended up saying nothing.
He desperately wished to reveal Theodoreâs concerns about hereditary illness as the reason for wanting to terminate the pregnancy.
But he knew it was Theodoreâs private matter, forbidden to discuss on his behalf.
With a sigh, Horace offered a comforting thought, âYour health is of utmost importance.
You both need to have an honest heart-to-heart.
â
Ariana knew that Horace couldnât divulge much, so she remained silent.
After circling the garden twice, Arianaâs mood remained melancholic.
On one hand, fury toward Theodore consumed her.
Yet, a part of her yearned to see him and confront the struggles they were facing.
If they truly loved each other, why couldnât they conquer these difficulties together? Why did he have to keep things from her?
But Ariana also feared that Theodore was resolute in his decision to terminate the pregnancy, which could Lead to a heartbreaking breakup.
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With an inaudible sigh, she took two more turns around the garden before returning to her ward.
Theodore didnât show up at all that day.
In the evening, Sonia paid Ariana a visit at the hospital.
As she entered, she saw Ariana lying listlessly on the sickbed, her complexion sallow, and her spirits Low.
The vivacity that once defined her was gone, leaving her Like a walking corpse.
Soniaâs heart swelled with both sympathy and anger.
She gently helped Ariana into a sitting position and looked around before asking, âWhy are you alone? Whereâs Theodore?â
A wan smile graced Arianaâs lips as she softly shook her head.
âI wish I knew,â she murmured.
Soniaâs anger grew, and she exclaimed indignantly, âUnbelievable! He hasnât been here at all? Paparazzi caught him and Helen going in and out of the hospital at noon.
I thought it was a misunderstanding, but it turns out heâs not by your side?! That scoundrel! He must be cavorting with that Little damn vixen! Just yesterday, he was publicly professing his love for you, and now he canât wait to rendezvous with his mistress! I utterly had the wrong impression of him!â
Ariana was momentarily taken aback by Soniaâs words.
Yet, with a moment of composure, she gathered her wits.