Dead at Heart (Ariel and Jayson) novel Chapter 700

Betty's birthday party was considered a major event in Eldoria.

Members of the city's wealthy and prominent families would attend to celebrate, and some even traveled from other regions just to be there. Many hoped to gain the Larkin family's favor and establish valuable connections.

The night before, Ariel returned to the Walker residence. She decided to personally pick up Katie and Leonard and take them to the venue.

She didn't bring Jayson along, as Betty had suggested. Ariel wanted to remind Katie and Leonard in private not to accidentally say anything that might upset Betty during the party. After all, only they knew about the divorce.

Katie bore no ill feelings toward Betty. She knew how much care Betty had shown Ariel during the years she lived with the Larkins. For that reason, Katie didn't mind doing this for Betty's sake.

"What are you and Jayson planning to do moving forward?" Katie asked once they were in the car. "I've heard things from my friends lately. They all say you two are such a loving couple. Are you thinking of reconciling?"

Leonard turned his gaze toward Ariel as well.

A fleeting expression crossed Ariel's eyes before she shook her head. "No. But you don't need to worry. I'm an adult now. I'll handle it properly."

She decided this wasn't the right time to bring up the baby.

"Only the two of you can decide what happens in your relationship, Ari. I just hope you'll follow your heart in every decision you make. Don't let yourself be limited by outside factors telling you what you can or can't do."

Leonard fixed Ariel with a gentle gaze. He knew very well about Ariel's character and temperament.

His words momentarily stunned Ariel, but then she nodded. "I know."

The birthday party was held at Rose Luxe Hotel. Owned by the Larkins, the entire property had been reserved for the celebration. The hotel was more than large enough to accommodate the many invited guests.

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