Rebirth Revenge Is Everything (Ariana) novel Chapter 383

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Ariana's newly established company was merged with Lamari Group, so she decided to keep the original name, Lamari Group, without bothering to come up with a new one.

As for the White family, after Gilbert sent Jane to prison, he devoted all his energy to managing the family business. During this time, he never once reached out to Ariana, not even for help. It seemed he had finally realized how he had wronged his daughter in the past. Overwhelmed by guilt and shame, he found it difficult to reconnect with her, so he chose to keep his distance for the time being.

As for Kiara, her worst fears came true. Although Gilbert and his wife didn't blame her for what happened, their attitude toward her had clearly changed. It wasn't outright neglect, but things had become... complicated. In the past, whenever Kiara stood before them, they showered her with affection, just as they did with Jane. But now, every time they saw Kiara, they were reminded of Jane. Even though they knew Kiara was different, their feelings couldn't help but become tangled.

This subtle shift in their demeanor didn't escape Kiara's notice. Gradually, her smiles became less frequent, and the casual after-dinner chats with Gilbert and his wife dwindled. Though the three of them still lived under the same roof, the warmth of a family seemed to have faded.

Among them, Georgia suffered the most. She had lost the "younger daughter" she had doted on for so long, as well as her own biological daughter. Reflecting on how she had neglected her real daughter over the years while pouring all her love into a niece who saw them as enemies, she was consumed by regret and remorse. Unlike Gilbert, Georgia did reach out to Ariana after the incident with Jane.

Each time, she approached with caution, her tone tentative and careful. On the other hand, Ariana responded with a calm detachment—neither cold nor warm, but certainly not close.

Georgia's demeanor was as polite and distant as if she were addressing a stranger. This indifference deeply saddened her.

Gilbert, witnessing the scene, felt equally at a loss. He was acutely aware of how much they had neglected Ariana over the years.

Today, Kiara returned home from school as usual. Georgia was seated in the living room. Upon seeing Kiara, she smiled lightly and said, "Kiara, you're back."

Kiara responded with a slight smile, "Yes, Auntie."

Just like every other day since the incident with Jane, Georgia continued to treat Kiara with kindness. However, the warm conversations and gentle inquiries about her school life had dwindled to almost nothing. Their interactions were now limited to mere formalities.

Suppressing the dull ache in her heart, Kiara intended to head straight upstairs.

At that moment, Georgia called out to her, "Kiara."

Kiara paused, then slowly turned her head, her eyes questioning.

Georgia hesitated, struggling with her words before finally saying, "Kiara, could you do me a favor?"

Kiara was surprised. She hadn't expected her aunt to ask for her help. After all, what could she possibly assist with? Nevertheless, she nodded and replied, "Of course, if it's within my means." Kiara was not one to forget kindness. She knew her uncle and aunt had been good to her, even if their feelings had become complicated due to Jane. She understood that this was only natural.

Even she couldn't guarantee that she would remain unchanged after all that had happened.