Ariel considered briefly how she should phrase her words. Since things hade to this, perhaps it was time to let go of everything that had been holding her back and finally tell Jayson the truth.
The truth about her cancer.
The truth about what had actually happened that led to the abortion before Jayson returned to Croinia.
Ariel suddenly felt she should clear the air and bepletely honest with him, especially since they would soon
be divorced.
She was even more inclined to do so when she thought about how Jayson had secretly brought Isaac back to
help with Leonard’s treatment and how he had quietly supported her while she worked on the U.N2 project.
Maybe they should have an honest, heart–to–heart conversation for once. Then, they could part ways without
any lingering regrets or resentment.
“What is it that you want to say?” Jayson asked, sensing something heavy on her mind.
Ariel began, “I want to tell you that-”
A sudden screech cut her off. Arthur jerked the steering wheel, and the car skidded sideways before he mmed
on the brakes.
The force of momentum threw Ariel against the side, but Jayson caught her from behind. Frowning, he nced
sharply out the window.
Arthur looked over his shoulder apologetically. “Mr. Larkin, a car sped toward us just now. I had to swerve to
avoid it. Are you both alright?” 1
Jayson spotted the car speeding away. A cold light flickered in his eyes. “I’m fine.”
A small frown creased Ariel’s forehead as she rubbed her neck, having apparently pulled a muscle. “I’m okay,”
she said.
But her pain was evident to Jayson, whose frown deepened in concern. “Let’s head back first,” he responded.
His gaze lingered in the direction the car had gone, his eyes unreadable. It was clear this wasn’t just a simple
ident.
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It was around noon when they arrived at Larkin Manor.
Jayson helped Ariel out of the car. “Let’s get you a coldpress.”
She nodded faintly, still wincing.
As soon as they entered the house, they found Shane sitting in a corner with a book in hand.
He looked up at the sound of their footsteps and smiled warmly. “You’re back early today.”
Jayson shot him a cold nce. “Were you expecting me to be buried in work today?”
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Shane kept a neutral expression. “When have you not been? Still, you should be more considerate of Ari’s
feelings.”
He seemed oblivious to the undertone in Jayson’s words.
Jayson ignored him and signaled for someone to bring an ice pack. He had Ariel sit on the couch, then leaned in to press the cold pack gently against her neck. She shivered at the sudden chill.
Jayson lowered his gaze. “Bear with it for a bit.”
Ariel took the ice pack from him. “I’ll do it myself.“.
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Shane watched the scene unfolding before him. “Why are you being so polite with your own husband? What’s
going on, Ari?”
Ariel remained silent, finding it hard to answer. Besides, they had another reason foring back to Larkin
Manor today.
Straightening, Jayson shot Shane a sidelong nce. “Haven’t you seen today’s news?”
Shane appeared confused. “What news?”
“How could you not know?” Jayson replied slowly, his tone edged with mockery. “You’ll never qualify as a
Shane stiffened slightly before forcing a grin. “Is that so? I’ll check the news now.”
Jayson waited not far from Ariel, watching as Shane took out his phone and browsed the inte for the news,
eager to see his response.
Shane immediately knew the news Jayson was talking about. He assumed the public was already voicing strong
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Shane’s smile vanished the moment he clicked the article. He slowly shifted his gaze to Jayson, who was busy
pouring tea into a cup.
Instead of condemning Bluum Corp, the onlinemunity was buzzing with praise.
The victim’s wife hade forward to exin that both her husband and daughter had cancer. She admitted
her husband had been persuaded to stage the ident at the factory to secure argepensation payout.
She issued a formal apology and publicly thanked Jayson. Instead of ming them for the false incident that had tarnished Bluum Corp’s name, he had quietly provided three million dors for her daughter’s treatment
and another two million for her studies.
Public sentiment shifted instantly.
Negativements vanished, reced by waves of admiration.
In just two hours, Jayson’s team hadpletely turned the tide.
Those who had first hurled harsh words now praised Bluum Corp for its empathy and swift resolution. They hadn’t pushed the me on anyone else. Even though they had been wrongly used, they had chosenpassion over retaliation.
Through this, Bluum Corp’s reputation wasn’t just restored–it was elevated to new heights.
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