Chapter : 264 Ariel had just finished the fingerprint scan when the clerk asked the final question. She looked up and replied calmly, “It’s voluntary.” Jayson glanced sideways at Ariel’s unusually composed expression. She had never seemed so firm, yet so at ease. There was even a hint of urgency

Chapter : 263 Edward handed the new agreement to Ariel. She knew the legal process was strict and bureaucratic, so she didn’t say much. Instead, she lowered her head and began reading. The division of assets was largely the same as last time, but this time he added something new.

Chapter : 262 Early the next morning, Ariel quickly got ready and headed straight to the hospital. She had a packed day ahead of her. She had chemotherapy scheduled in the morning, along with handling the divorce certificate. In the afternoon, she was set to meet Perry, who would be

Chapter : 261 Betty hesitated for a moment, then her voice sank a little. Ari, don’t worry. I won’t let anyone treat you unfairly. If anything ever upsets you, just tell me. I’ll handle it. As far as I’m concerned, you’re my granddaughter–in–law. No one else.” Ariel understood exactly what

Chapter : 260 Jayson just sat there, quietly watching Ariel without another word. His eyes revealed nothing. Only a faint trace of indifference lingered beneath the surface. Ariel had said what she came to say. She didn’t plan to stick around. Without another word, she turned and walked out. As

Chapter : 259 Ariel was right. Jayson didn’t say any of that. She didn’t spare Colton another glance as she pushed open he door to the ward. She understood exactly what Colton meant. Even though she was once Jayson’s wife, she had to make way for Nancy, like some secret

Chapter : 258 Even Perry was a little surprised because Ariel had asked him last night which hospital Jayson was in. Naturally, he had assumed she was worried and would stop by, if not out of lingering feelings, then at least out of gratitude. But she never showed. That caught

Chapter : 257 Jayson turned to the side to look at Nancy. “Thank you.” Perry looked at his arm. “Do you need a bandage change soon?” Jayson gave a quiet hum in acknowledgement. Matt let out a long sigh. “You’re really something. You were so worried about Nancy that you

Chapter : 256 Jayson leaned wearily against the soft pillows, watching Betty’s stern, furious face without the slightest panic. His voice was calm as he said, “Grandma, you have high blood pressure. Please, calm down.” Betty frowned at once. “Don’t change the subject. I want a straight answer from you.”

Chapter : 255 Chad pressed his lips into a thin line, worry flickering in his eyes as he glanced at Ariel. But Ariel wasn’t shaken by what Alan had said because she knew that it was the truth. Perry hadn’t left yet. He walked over to Ariel and said, “Don’t

Chapter : 254 Ariel’s pupils dilated in a flash. In the roar of the rotor wind, the high–speed blades hurtled straight toward her. She instinctively tried to step back, but before she could move, a shadow suddenly loomed over her. In the next moment, she was swept into a warm,

Chapter : 253 Gary looked genuinely surprised. He gave Ariel another one–over. “Promising young talent, indeed. You’ve accomplished quite a lot at such a young age, Ms. Walker.” He suspected she wasn’t just any ordinary engineer. Otherwise, Chad wouldn’t go out of his way for her. Even Jackson turned his

Chapter : 252 Liam walked over and gave Zach a once–over before smirking “Since when do you argue with women?” Zach was momentarily stunned, then muttered in frustration, “That wasn’t an argument. You saw it. She’s completely unreasonable. She does something wrong and still acts like she’s in the right.”

Chapter : 251 Ariel was referring to the cooling–off period. Jayson slipped one hand into his pocket and looked at her coldly. “I’ll let you know if I have time tomorrow.” Ariel frowned at his answer. But come to think of it, Jayson was even more eager than she was

Chapter : 250 On her way to find Chad, Ariel ran into Perry. He looked at her, then held out a cup of hot chocolate. “Are you looking for Mr. Hockney?” Ariel glanced at the hot chocolate Perry handed her. It was a cold day, and a warm drink would

Chapter : 249 Jayson finally lifted his gaze. “Sure.” Ariel didn’t notice when Jayson and Nancy left their seats. Up ahead, guests had started lining up to present birthday gifts to the host. More people continued arriving in waves. Chad gestured subtly toward a few areas. “These are the key

Chapter : 248 Zach’s voice wasn’t too loud or too soft. It was just enough for the two surrounding tables to hear him. Everyone instinctively turned to look at Jayson and Ariel. Their gazes brimmed with curiosity and scrutiny. Nancy’s expression darkened. She glanced down at the watch peeking from

Chapter : 247 That way, Jayson didn’t need to concern himself with Ariel at all. They had technically fulfilled their promise to Betty by attending the party together. Yet in reality, they were acting as strangers. Chad turned to Ariel and said through gritted teeth, “So that’s what he meant

Chapter : 246 Ariel didn’t care what Jayson was planning to do. That was his problem. The birthday party was a grand and important social event, with Ariel representing the company’s image and networking opportunities. So Janice accompanied her to choose a formal outfit, and together they carefully picked out

Chapter : 245 Jayson finally pulled out the cigarette again and lit it. After some thought, Matt said, “You’re not seriously thinking of bringing Ariel to the party, are you? Most people there will know who’s who. Won’t that basically be admitting Ariel is your wife? “I think she’s probably