ARIA’S POVSince Eva refuses to mend her ways, I have no choice but to take this step. I drag her to court, realizing she will never learn her lessons otherwise. Having a mother like Elodie, who constantly shields her from the consequences of her actions, makes it even more difficult for Eva to behave responsibly. It's time to hold her accountable, not just for my sake but for her own growth as well.“Please, Aria, I’m begging you… Save my daughter.”“Sorry, nothing is in my hands, anymore. If you had been a good mother, she wouldn’t have ended up in jail.”Elodie finally gives up. I am relieved that neither Grandpa nor Adam interfere in my decisions or the court proceedings, despite Eva and Elodie begging them. Their unwavering support in letting justice take its course is a comfort amidst the chaos.As Eva claims, jail hasn’t done her any good. Her face is dull, her eyes are puffy, and she’s in a terrible state. Well, she should have considered the consequences before getting involv
ADAM’S POVI am invited to a business party and I know Aria will be there too. I’m excited at the chance to finally be with her, and this time, I’ll do my best to win her back. I believe I’ve been too silent lately and haven’t shown her that I’m still trying to pave my way through.Aria always said that the dark gray evening attire suits me best. So tonight, I'm going to wear her favorite outfit. It should do the trick.This tailored dark gray evening suit, impeccably fits to accentuate my stature. The suit exudes elegance and sophistication, complemented by a crisp white dress shirt and a silver neck tie. With every detail meticulously chosen, from the cut of the suit to the shine of my shoes, I radiate confidence and charm as I prepare to impress Aria at the business party.Once I reach the venue, I meet the host who immediately introduces me to the person who seems to be the star of the party. Guess who! Nathan Wilson.“We meet every single day the the lab, but nice to meet you her
REGIS’ POV“Poor chap! He still doesn’t know that we are siblings.”“Let him think what he wants to think. I really don’t care. We don’t need to clarify anything either.”“Aria is right… In any case, this is the best revenge.”Aria, Nathan, and I are at the party, having a good time as usual. We were just discussing his frequent visits to Wellington Enterprises whenever Aria and Nathan are together, and it seems my nephew is still determined to impress Aria.“Hi, everyone.”Talking about the Devil, he appears. Adam, like a puppy, sticks close to Aria wherever she goes. Adam has lost a valuable person while chasing something less precious, and now it might be too late for him. Once, I was his competition, but now it seems he's added Nathan to his list. The jealousy burning inside him makes him believe that Nathan and Aria are dating. He's always been immature, and it looks like he still is.Adam's attempts to come between them or vie for Aria's attention are quite amusing. I'm sure Ada
ARIA’S POVAfter the business party, I was overwhelmed by what Nathan and Regis did for me. Their gestures touched me deeply, yet the scrutiny of so many eyes left me apprehensive, fearing I might end up in the headlines once more.Adam, on the other hand, was completely baffled when he witnessed both Nathan and Regis laying their expensive jackets on the wet ground to protect my precious sheepskin leather shoes from the rain.I never expected them to go to such extremes for me, but I truly appreciated it. Adam has never treated me with such care, and I could see the horror on his face. It must have been a shock for him to realize that there are men who would do anything for me, something he could never have imagined.I hope he learns—not for me of course, but for the future wife he may choose.Anyways, I need to push thoughts of Adam out of my mind at any cost. Every encounter with him is like reopening old wounds, and I'm exhausted from seeing him after the divorce. The frustration a
ARIA’S POVAfter signing the contract with Tanya’s company, Clark included her in one of his projects with Nathan and me. I really don't understand why Clark keeps bringing people who have issues with me into our projects. However, I do my best to focus all my attention on the work rather than on my personal relationships with them.If Tanya falls head over heels for Adam again, she'll undoubtedly see me as competition, even though I'm no longer part of this love triangle. I can't go around shouting to everyone entering my life that Adam and I are no longer together, nor is there any future possibility of us being together.One thing I've noticed is that Tanya has a penchant for older men, typically those at least ten years her senior. It frustrates me that she might see me as a rival, especially when Regis is merely a good friend and mentor to me; there's nothing romantic between us. Tanya has a clear path, but she needs to use her head. If a man isn’t interested in her, she should b
ARIA’S POVI accompany Regis to the art exhibition with mixed feelings. Regis has been telling me that this exhibition is one of a kind, featuring renowned artists from around the world showcasing their latest creations. The excitement of seeing such incredible art mingles with a bittersweet longing for the dreams I once had.“You’ll love it, Aria. I’m sure.”Yet, I am a bit nervous about meeting Julien. I wonder why am I even getting so worked up. Even if I do meet him, what can even happen? I had heard that he moved back to France years later after I graduated.For an artist like Julien, city life doesn't suit him much; he's always been captivated by Moret-sur-Loing, a quaint village near Paris. I can't wait to see what he's painted this time.The best part is that Julien is Regis' favorite painter. He constantly praises Julien's work, and hearing such wonderful words about my mentor from another mentor fills me with elation. It’s a rare and special feeling, knowing that someone I a
ARIA’S POV“Julien!”The word slips out easily from my mouth, causing others to turn their gaze towards me, curious about how casually I refer to Julien by his first name.“Hi, Aria. Good to see you after so long.”As soon as Julien mentions my name and speaks to me only, everyone around me gasps. His alluring French accent adds to the moment, and I realize how much I've missed hearing it. Julien hasn’t changed at all.He remains as captivating as ever, his presence as magnetic as his art. His charm and elegance are just as I remember, and the way he engages with everyone around him is truly enchanting. It's clear that his charisma extends beyond his paintings, making him a fascinating individual both on and off the canvas.“How do you know each other?”Regis is pleasantly surprised and he questions, while I notice Adam and Tanya eagerly awaiting our response. Their expressions betray a mix of curiosity and anticipation.“I’m happy that you haven’t lost touch on art and glad that you’
ARIA’S POVThat was indeed unexpected from both Tanya and Julien. However, knowing Julien, he can be quite savage at times when someone pushes his buttons. His sharp wit and unapologetic nature often catch people off guard, especially in situations like this.Tanya's expression shifts to one of embarrassment as Julien retorts sharply at her. It's clear she's taken aback by his unexpected response, her confidence momentarily shaken. All she was trying to do was impress the Millers, but it ends up backfiring badly and I wonder what she’ll do next.The anger is evident on her face—her eyes narrow, her lips press into a tight line, and her cheeks flush with frustration. She struggles to maintain her composure, but the embarrassment and fury simmer just beneath the surface, making her look even more agitated.Just as Julien is trying to ignore Tanya and talking to Regis and me, we hear her lashing out.“How dare you! Do you even know who I’m? I can buy anything and anyone I want!”There sh