Female Novel
Chapter 788
Chapter: 788
Ariana’s expression hardened as she replied frankly, “Yet, Helen claimed Marley was Marianna’s
daughter.”
“What?” Theodore exclaimed, disbelief etched on his face.
“You’re surprised, aren’t you? This is how she duped me!” Ariana sneered, recounting to Theodore
every falsehood Helen had spun, including the fact that Helen had hired a private investigator to trail
her.
With a resolute demeanor, Theodore spoke in hushed tones. “Fear not, I shall address the matter
concerning Helen.”
Hearing this, Ariana felt a measure of relief. The mystery that had plagued her for so Long wasnovelbin
unraveled, and she chose to trust Theodore.
She gazed at Theodore, her mind teeming with questions, yet she refrained from asking them.
Who was Marley’s father? Why did nobody dare speak of Marley in the Anderson household? And why
did Theodore and even Horace keep Marley’s existence a secret?
She knew close to nothing about Marley.
But when she recalled Theodore’s mental breakdown while speaking of Marley, she found herself
unable to pose these inquiries. At present, she worried more about Theodore’s ongoing dependence
on psychiatric medication.
Could his body and soul truly endure the strain it imposed?
Ariana chose not to probe deeper about the medication; instead, she planned to carry out a clandestine
investigation. She was skeptical whether Theodore would reveal the truth even if she confronted him.
She let out an internal sigh, albeit tinged with gratitude that Theodore was still among the Living.
Now that the matters concerning Marley and Helen were resolved, their silent standoff ceased. Noticing
Ariana gently clutching his hand, Theodore recognized her silent gesture of forgiveness
A wave of relief washed over him as he drew her into his arms and, with a gentle shift, seated her on
his lap.
Silently, their eyes Locked onto each other, their breaths growing more intimate.
The comforting aroma of Theodore started to engulf her, punctuated by fervent and passionate kisses,
leaving Ariana’s mind blank.
With great effort, she managed to place her hands on Theodore’s chest, though she was too feeble to
resist his advances.
She gently pushed Theodore away and stated in a monotone, “Wait. I need to share something with
you.”
He brushed her lips with a soft peck and asked in a husky tone, “What is it?”
As Ariana met Theodore’s deep gaze, she swallowed the words lodged in her throat.
She had intended to inform him about her pregnancy once she had clarity about Marley’s identity. The
unborn children in her womb couldn’t wait much longer.
She attempted to articulate, but the courage she had summoned vanished instantly.
Theodore had made it clear that he didn’t desire children.
He had even insensitively suggested an abortion in the event of her pregnancy.
Ariana was caught in an emotional crossfire.