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Chapter 292
Chapter 292
Chapter: 292 He had always found her odd behavior when it came to Helen intriguing, and now everything made sense. Ariana’s cheeks flushed with embarrassment as Theodore’s gaze bore into her.
She quickly dismissed his assumption, denying any jealousy. “I’m not jealous! | don’t need to be,” she retorted, her voice laced with irritation.
Theodore’s smile remained, but he nodded understandingly. His fingers intertwined as he leaned back, feeling quite pleased with himself. “You needn’t worry yourself with Helen. She holds no significance,” he said in a gentle tone, trying to reassure her. ©
Ariana’s ears burned as she thought she had misheard Theodore. She rubbed them in disbelief and repeated, “She holds no significance? Don’t you care for her the most?”
Theodore let out a sigh, realizing that he couldn't fully explain their relationship. “Just don’t overthink it. Helen is still young and wild. She'll come around to accepting you as her sister-in-law eventually.” © “| don’t care.” Ariana scoffed at his words. She had never imagined that she and Helen could have a cordial relationship.
As a woman herself, Ariana knew that Helen was possessive of Theodore. It was evident in the way she looked at him and the way she talked about him.
Anyone could see that their relationship was far from just being brother and sister.
Theodore let out a sigh and broke the heavy silence that had enveloped them. “I understand that you're not fond of Helen. I've spoken to her and asked her to avoid you in the future. So, you don’t have to bother with her anymore.”
Ariana was taken aback. Was he so candid with Helen? It explained why Theodore was so aloof and unapproachable. She could imagine how infuriated Helen must have been upon hearing such an ultimatum.
Her anger had subsided somewhat, and she was now in a better mood, though she put up a front of indifference. “Then you'd better discipline her and make sure she behaves herself.”
Theodore noticed the softening of her demeanor and seized the opportunity. “Since Helen won't be a problem anymore, why don’t you come back to the mansion with me?” he proposed.
Ariana declined the offer right away, saying, “I’m fine with this place.”
Theodore proposed an alternative, “I can buy these two apartments, connect them to one, and renovate them for you.” Ariana looked at him doubtfully and asked, “What are you after?”
The idle nature of Theodore, a successful CEO, was a puzzle to Ariana. Why was he here, at the rented property she was currently staying at? And why was he making compromises now?
Suspicions swirled around in her head, as she eyed him warily. “No, it’s just my suggestion,” he stammered, too afraid to meet her gaze.
“That’s good to hear.” Not bothering to ask more questions, Ariana turned to leave, but Theodore wasn’t done yet.
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