Ariana's eyes were red. For the first time ever, she glared at him with barely concealed rage. Spencer's heart sank. His grip loosened a little. However, he simply couldn't tolerate Ariana crossing the line and bruising his pride like this. His voice was cold and monotonous. "Why aren't you saying anything?" Ariana tried her best to hide her sorrow. Still, her voice shook slightly. "You don't trust me…" She knew that Spencer didn't like her and that they had only gotten married for various personal reasons. Still, at the very least, Spencer should have a rough idea of her personality and character by now. Yet, it turned out that it was all just her wishful thinking. He had never bothered trying to get to know her.Ariana closed her eyes. Her feelings were hurt when she learned of Joanne's existence. However, it didn't weaken her resolve to stay in their marriage. It was because she knew Joanne had nothing to do with the problems between her and Spencer. However,

Spencer made sure to close the bedroom door before opening the main door. "Jojo?" He then asked with a smile, "You're still up?" After their dinner together, Spencer had told Joanne that he had work to do. Joanne dared not disturb him since she knew how much of a workaholic he was. She only came over after checking that it was almost time for him to wrap up his work. She said in a gentle voice, "Spence, the water heater in my room isn't working. I haven't been able to take a shower." Spencer replied softly, "You should call the receptionist and have someone check the water heater, then." "It'll take quite a while, then." Joanne glanced at his room. "Can I take a shower in your room?" Spencer closed the door behind him and stood outside with her. "I'm still working. Let's go to your room. I'll make a call and wait for the staff with you." Even though her plan failed, Joanne still felt like she had been prioritized since Spencer was willing to pause his work and accompa

It took Ariana quite some time to return to the hotel she was staying at. When Sienna saw her, she scanned Ariana's body for a moment, checking if she was alright. Then, she asked, "Why is Spencer here? How did he know where we were staying? Did he do anything strange to you?" Ariana chuckled upon hearing the bombardment of questions. "It was nothing. He's here on a business trip. I ran into him when I was out for a walk." "What a coincidence," Sienna responded. "Fate seems to have a way of bringing the two of you together." Unfortunately, fate wasn't trying to bring them closer as a couple. Instead, it was doing the exact opposite. Ariana asked, "How's your progress with the outfit?" Sienna helped push the wheelchair to show Ariana her work. "It's almost done. Take a look at it for me." While they were discussing Sienna's work, Ariana's phone rang. It was a call from Spencer. Ariana excused herself and went to the balcony to take the call. She was trying to preve

Ariana shut her eyes. A mocking smile hung on her face. Spencer was a charming, charismatic man with an attractive appearance. Ariana didn't show much interest in dating during her younger years. However, she happened to observe the interactions between Spencer and his comrades while he was still in the military.It was at that time that Ariana unwittingly fell for him. She harbored these feelings for him for years. Yet, she had been wondering if he still deserved her admiration. "What are you thinking about?" Ariana could sense him leaning closer to her. Spencer naturally gave off a nice, clean scent. If she were to ignore her favorite things about him, Spencer was nothing but an unfaithful, promiscuous man who used her body as he pleased. Why would she like someone like him? Yet, whenever Spencer came closer, her pulse would quicken, and she would feel warm all over. Ariana lifted her hand and pushed against his firm chest. "Don't…" "No one can see us from

Spencer was extremely busy for the next few days. Even though Ariana was staying in the same hotel as him, she didn't catch a glimpse of him at all during those days. Eventually, she learned from some hotel staff that Spencer had spent those days accompanying Joanne on her shopping trips. They even went out and watched various performances at night. Spencer didn't return to his suite during those nights. Ariana had no idea if he was staying in Joanne's room or if he had gotten a new room for himself. Meanwhile, Sienna was almost done finalizing her work for the competition. She had also made an appointment with the model she contacted previously. With everything pretty much settled, Ariana and Sienna decided to head out and take a break. The two of them came to a bar some distance away. They didn't play any loud music in the bar, so the place was more quiet and relaxed. The two of them got a table and ordered some drinks and snacks. Then, Sienna told Ariana that she