Dead at Heart novel

Chapter 88 Ariel calmly replied , " I threw it away . " Lucas stared at her and realized she was expressionless . He then said , " Well , so be it . I'll get you a new one . Ariel paused before saying , " There's no need to . I don't need one . " She would be lying to say his actions didn't hurt her pride . Lucas was never one to humiliate her like that . He could well afford an accessory , yet he dismissed her with a free gift . Lucas narrowed his eyes . He gave Ariel a diamond necklace because he hadn't taken her side previously . He thought she would overlook that if he appeased her .

However , he was starting to get annoyed that she wouldn't let it drop . " Since when have you become so absent - minded ? You've always kept my gifts to you securely . Ari , if you want something else instead , just tell me . You don't have to behave like this . " He didn't believe that Ariel would throw away the necklace . She had always treasured everything he gave her . Even if it was something he bought from a thrift store , she had never shown disdain . Ariel couldn't retaliate . In fact , his words left scratches on their wistful memories .

She had once held dear their relationship , be it the familial affection they shared growing up together or the budding feelings of romance they once had for each other . However , that was no excuse for him to treat her as though she were cheap . It wasn't an excuse for him to think she was only worthy of receiving something that didn't cost a penny . There was a clear ring as the elevator doors opened . Ariel turned to look at him . " People will change . No one will stay in the past forever . " She'd long since let go of her feelings for Lucas . He wasn't even a brother to her now .

Lucas ' expression turned gloomy . He marched up to her and grabbed her wrist . " Change ? You're still clinging to Jayson despite how he's been treating you . Since when have you become someone who suffers in silence ? Why would you do that if it's not to use your marriage to provoke me ? Ariel looked at him , taken aback . She met his brooding gaze . She was just about to break free when she spotted several people walking toward them from behind Lucas . Her gaze met one of theirs , and her brow furrowed further . Instinctively , she wondered if he had heard what Lucas had said .

As those people approached , she snatched her hand from Lucas ' clutch and quickly entered the elevator . The doors closed . Lucas frowned . Then , he felt someone approaching . Turning to look , he saw Jayson , with Nancy and Matt , who'd just caught up . Nancy saw Ariel too , but was only in time to catch her entering the elevator . 1/2 Chapter 88 +25 BONUS Unconcerned about Ariel , she asked , " Mr. Sanderson , why isn't Wendy with you ? " Lucas put aside what had happened with Ariel for the time being and stopped thinking about it further . " She wanted to sleep for a bit more .

" He then turned to Jayson . " Mr. Larkin , I heard you had a pleasant conversation with Mr. Hockney last night . " Chad was in the spotlight last night . So many had wanted to be on his good side . Faye Tech must be planning something major . Jayson wasn't bothered that he had almost bumped into Ariel . Casually , he answered , " We simply had dinner together . " Lucas smiled languidly . " Everyone knows Faye Tech may be starting a major project in the near future . Looks like you're leaving nothing to chance . Are you interested in Faye Tech ?

" At his question , Jayson merely smiled and said nothing . Lucas patted his shoulder . " What a coincidence , I think the same too . Fortunately , Ari is on good terms with Mr. Hockney . I think I might have a fair chance of being a part of it . You , however ... " He cast a subtle glance at Nancy . Jayson's eyes were filled with unrecognizable emotions . Instead , Matt let out a chuckle . " You're worrying over nothing , Mr. Sanderson . If Jayson wants to collaborate with Faye Tech , Ariel would only come running with the contract . You may not even have a chance at it .

" Ariel would gladly do anything at all to get Jayson to look at her . Hadn't it always been that way all these years ? Lucas glanced from Jayson to Nancy . Eventually , he smiled . " That's for the best . " In the afternoon , something came up , and Chad had to fly to the neighboring district . Ariel could only return to Eldoria on her own . Before she boarded the plane , Jayson actually called her . He asked , " What time would you be reaching Eldoria ? "