Female Novel
Chapter 1465: Sneak
Chapter 1465: Sneak
Ayan replied calmly, "I hope so."
Aria has never been in a relationship, and her brother Ayan knows the reasons behind it all theseyears.
Almost towards the end, Aria arrived late.
She was dressed in a lady's suit, looking particularly elegant. She was well aware of who she wasmeeting today. So, when she entered the private room, there was no surprise or shock but a calmcomposure as she greeted everyone.
Eventually, she looked at Ayan and Camille, called out to her sister-in-law, and then said, "Brother."
Ayan responded with a nonchalant acknowledgment, devoid of warmth or further words.
The atmosphere was somewhat quiet, with everyone's eyes on the siblings. Camille, noticing thetension, quickly spoke up, "Aria, please sit down. We were waiting for you. Your brother justcomplained to me about your tardiness from a young age. If you had been here earlier, we couldhave both scolded him together."
Camille lightened the mood with a joke, leading to laughter from everyone.
Aria's gaze remained fixed on Ayan, sensing his aloofness and distance, understanding why he feltthis way.
Grateful for Camille's support, Aria exchanged glances with her before sitting down next to her. Shedid not sit next to Derek, trying to maintain some distance to avoid upsetting Ayan.
However, Camille suggested, "Aria, why not go sit with Derek? I want to discuss the designcompetition with Sienna."novelbin
Aria immediately understood Camille's intention, as did the others present. Sienna cooperativelyswapped seats with Aria to sit next to Camille.
As Aria sat beside Derek, he held her hand in front of everyone. It was evident they had been in arelationship for a while, and Aria's response suggested that it was more than just casual dating.
Camille watched their intimacy but the man beside her remained silent. Camille then turned to Ayanbeside her, "Cheer up a bit, or else Aria will feel pressured."
Ayan's expression remained serious, but as he faced Camille, he softened his gaze and spokegently, "I am not unhappy."
"But you appear too serious right now. Can you be a bit gentler?" Camille tilted her head, looking athim expectantly.
After a brief pause, Ayan nodded faintly, agreeing to her request.
With that, Camille's worries eased. She rarely involved herself in the Simpson family matters,especially those pertaining to the siblings. Mishandling such issues could strain their relationshipfurther. However, Camille had known Aria before her marriage to Ayan, having worked together inthe same industry. Their interactions had always been pleasant.
There is often a sense of camaraderie between women, especially when one admires the other'sexcellence. Camille and Aria's relationship fell into the latter category.
Now that Camille was with Derek, she sincerely wished happiness for them.
As for Ayan's concerns, some things are bound to happen despite worrying, so it's best not to fretunnecessarily.
Ayan eventually remained quiet for the rest of the evening, maintaining a relatively calm and normalatmosphere.
Sienna, sitting with Camille, whispered, "Is Ayan worried that his sister will disappoint Derek?"
Camille smiled, "Probably. They are all interconnected, and with such close relationships, it could beawkward if things don't work out."
They stayed at the club until the early hours before leaving.
They returned in cars driven by their chauffeurs, departing in four groups.
Camille and Ayan, Sienna and Rex, Derek and Aria, and Tomas alone.
In the car on the way back, Camille and Ayan sat quietly in the back seat.
Camille wondered what was on Ayan's mind and asked, "Why are you so quiet?"
He gently replied, "What do you want me to say?"
Camille held his hand, her voice soft and concerned, "Are you still thinking about Aria and Derek?"
Ayan shook his head lightly and said, "No, that matter is in the past. Since they have sorted it out,why should I say more?"
Camille nodded, "Exactly, so you should be happy. They will be fine."
Ayan smiled and confessed, "It's not about them. I just haven't had a drink in a long time. Maybe it'sthe aftereffects of alcohol?"
He chuckled lightly, but Camille seemed somewhat worried, "Really?"
"Yes, really." He gently placed his hand on Camille's shoulder, still speaking in a sincere tone, "Don'tworry, I won't let this affect me in any way. It's their matter, and if they think it's right, I won'tintervene too much."
Despite being his sister and brother, he wouldn't interfere excessively. That was basic etiquette.
Camille felt more at ease after hearing his words. She was worried that Ayan's disapproval mightaffect his relationship with Derek.
They safely arrived back at Franklin Bay; by then, it was late. Camille took a shower before settlingdown to rest.
Meanwhile, Ayan received a call from Derek, discussing Aria's situation.
Derek informed Ayan over the phone, "I just dropped Aria off at her apartment. She's not in a goodmood, probably worried that you might not approve, hence the pressure."
Ayan stayed silent.
Derek continued, "I plan to arrange a family dinner in the next few days, followed by preparing forthe engagement ceremony."
Ayan simply replied, "Okay."
Sensing his coldness, Derek asked, "When we get married, will you be our witness?"
With narrowed eyes, Ayan asked in an emotionless tone, "You two were sneaking around. Do youneed my approval?"
"Of course we do. After all, you are my future brother-in-law. Can't you give us that much face?"
"If you needed that face, you wouldn't have kept it from me." He would have preferred priorknowledge, allowing him to have a good chat with Aria. He trusted Derek, but considering Aria'sbusy work schedule, jet-setting around the world for a whole year, would their marital relationshipwith Derek be balanced once married?
Aria was his sister, and he wanted her to be happy. Therefore, his thoughts and concerns weremore extensive.
The conversation unfolded, and ultimately, Ayan kept his thoughts to himself. As the night drew to aclose, the atmosphere in the car was very quiet.
Camille couldn't figure out what was on Ayan's mind and eventually asked, "Why aren't youtalking?"
He gently replied, "What is there to say?"
Staring into his eyes, Camille grasped his hand and softly asked, "Are you still thinking about Ariaand Derek?"
Ayan shook his head lightly, "No, that matter is in the past. Since they've figured it out, why should Idwell on it?"
Camille nodded in understanding, "You should be happy too. They will be fine."
Ayan smiled and revealed, "It's not about them. I just haven't had a drink in a long time. Maybe it'sthe aftereffects of alcohol?"
He chuckled, and despite Camille's concern, he assured her, "Yes, really." Gently placing his handon Camille's shoulder, he spoke earnestly, "Don't worry, I won't allow this matter to affect meemotionally. It's in the past, their decision, and I won't interfere too much."
Though they were siblings, he wouldn't intrude excessively. It was a matter of basic etiquette.
Camille felt reassured; she had been concerned that Ayan's disapproval might strain his relationshipwith Derek.
The journey back to Franklin Bay was smooth, but it was already late. Camille took a shower beforegetting ready to rest.
Ayan received a call from Derek, discussing Aria's situation.
Derek informed Ayan, "I just dropped Aria off at her apartment. She's not in a good mood, probablyworried that you might not approve, hence the pressure."
Ayan maintained his silence.
Derek continued, "I plan to arrange a family dinner in the next few days, preparing for theengagement ceremony."
"Okay," Ayan replied calmly.
Sensing his detachment, Derek asked, "When we get married, will you be our witness?"
Ayan's eyes narrowed, and his voice remained devoid of emotion, "You two were sneaking around.Do you need my approval?"
"Of course, it's necessary. After all, you will be my future brother-in-law. Can't you give us that muchdignity?"
"If you need that dignity, you shouldn't have kept it from me." At least let him know in advance so hecould have a good talk with Aria. Derek's character was trustworthy, but Aria had a demanding job,jet-setting around the world all year. Would she manage a balanced relationship with Derek once
they were married? Ayan cared about his sister's welfare and had more thoughts and concerns thanothers.