Dead at Heart (Ariel and Jayson) novel Chapter 728

The people Ariel sent to watch Cecilia had been keeping an eye on her for a long time and still hadn't found anything. Jayson, on the other hand, had struck decisively.

"The only way to stay out of trouble is not to do anything wrong. With her personality, anything's possible, especially having spent so many years abroad. Bad habits aren't surprising," Jayson said, his tone almost detached, as he studied the menu and carefully selected dishes.

Ariel glanced over. Every dish he chose was one she loved. Even the final dessert—chocolate pudding—was her favorite.

She had always thought Jayson didn't pay much attention to her. But now, stepping back from that thought and seeing things more objectively, she could notice these subtle details clearly.

"How did you know when she would act? These are private matters, after all," Ariel asked, looking away from the menu.

He had arranged everything perfectly, sparing her the effort of choosing.

"No secrets stay hidden forever. High profile comes with its price."

Jayson's connections in Eldoria were far-reaching. Ariel realized that he must have planted someone to keep tabs.

She could almost imagine just how much of a shock this case would be for someone as spoiled and headstrong as Cecilia.

Being abroad was one thing. In Croinia, she couldn't run wild without consequence.

The dishes arrived one by one.

After wiping down the cutlery for Ariel, Jayson put on disposable gloves and began peeling shrimp from the seafood boil.

He didn't eat it himself. Instead, he set it on her plate.

Ariel looked at it. "Just eat it. You don't need to do this."

He looked up, a faint smile playing on his lips. "Don't get me wrong. I'm not trying to please you."

"Then what are you doing?"

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