CHAPTER 262

ARIA’S POV

I wonder if Charlotte has a hand in this matter. The suspicion gnaws at me, a persistent itch I can’t scratch away. We are unable to step out because all the journalists are waiting on the main road for us. Their cameras and microphones form a blockade, a fortress of intrusive curiosity.

“I don’t think it’s wise for us to step out.”

Nathan is very concerned about our safety, while Neal says that he doesn’t care about the press. He says that he will report to his office because work is very important and the more we stay indoors, the more they will prey on us.

In a way, Neal is right, but I’m afraid that he gets harmed on the way since I know how the media chases people on the way.

“Aria, you stay indoors until everything calms down, alright?”

I nod at Dad. Right now, I got to trust my family and do as advised.

Neal leaves, but he manages to reach his office. He calls us and informs us how difficult it was on the way since the press started following him on the way and they