105. Party

And indeed, by coincidence, what Gerald wanted eventually happened. Vivan said she received a wedding invitation from one of her colleagues. Without much hesitation, Gerald agreed to attend the party held over the weekend. Vivan herself was quite surprised because since taking over the company, Gerald rarely attended such events, except for meetings specifically dedicated to business.

On the morning of the weekend, Gerald had already informed Ariana about the invitation. Ariana didn't ask whose wedding they were going to. She just said that she would come with Gerald. And Gerald had to tell her when she should get ready. Just that brief. She didn't even bother Gerald about what outfit he should wear or how they should coordinate their clothes. She also didn't fuss about small things like going to the salon and styling her hair.

Yes, Ariana was that simple.

But Gerald's expectation of simplicity turned out to be different in reality. When Gerald sent a message to Ariana that he woul