Chapter 1233

Cheryl pursed her lips.

Noticing her refusal to answer, Aiden said, "It's okay if you don't want to say it. All right, it's getting late. It's time for us to get some rest. You should get some rest as well!"

As Cheryl watched Aiden and Selena leave, she felt a wave of disappointment from him for some reason.

It wasn't that she didn't want to answer him, but she didn't know how to. If word about what happened got out, it would cause a buzz in Easton.

The future heir of the largest family in the country was dead. That revelation would cause an uproar anywhere else.

Aiden probably wouldn't believe it if she told him. He might even think Caroline was bluffing.

After entering their room, Selena could tell that Aiden was upset. She gently rubbed his back. "What's wrong? Are you still sad that our daughter didn't answer your question?"

Aiden shook his head. "No."

"No? We've been married for so many years. I know you very well," Selena replied. "Hey, don't be sad. After all, Cheryl d