Dead at Heart (Ariel and Jayson) novel Chapter 763

Jayson lifted his gaze and looked at Renee, his younger sister who had always lived an easy, comfortable life.

"What's a kid like you doing worrying about stuff like that?"

Renee grumbled, "Jay, you should be thanking me. I'm not joking about this! I'm already 18. Once I graduate, I can start looking for someone gentle, handsome, and from a family with a background similar to ours.

"Overall, it'll be good for the Larkin family. At least my marriage won't cause any trouble for us. And once I have a lovely baby, you and Ariel can raise it yourselves.

"I've thought about it carefully—the man's family shouldn't be as rich or powerful as ours. Just a little less. That way, they won't be in any position to refuse if I decide to let you adopt a few more of my children."

Jayson stared at her, speechless. He could tell she was completely serious—she'd even worked out the details. Knowing Renee, she had probably spent a lot of time thinking about this absurd plan.

"That won't be necessary. You shouldn't concern yourself with matters like that," Jayson said at last, his voice quiet but firm. He had no desire to argue over such nonsense. His gaze shifted toward Ariel.

It was then that he noticed that her eyes were open. She had been listening.

Jayson's eyes brightened. He held her hand. "How are you feeling?"

Ariel had actually been awake for a while, though her eyelids had felt too heavy to lift. She had heard everything Renee said and already had a rough idea of what had happened to her.

Her throat was dry and sore. "I'm fine," she managed.

Ariel's mind was still foggy since she had just come out of the coma. Still, the first thing she did was look Jayson over from head to toe. Worry for his injuries still lingered in her mind.

Jayson was still wearing the patient's gown. His exact physical condition was impossible to gauge as the clothes completely hid his injuries. Fortunately, he appeared to be on the mend, suggesting his recovery was proceeding well.

A small weight lifted from her chest. She was genuinely relieved he was alright.

Renee clutched her backpack tightly when she noticed Ariel had awakened. She awkwardly scratched her head and asked, "Should I go get the doctor to check on her, Jay?"

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