Unconscious Husband: Meet Her Love In Silence

Before the truth about Arianas identity had emerged, Catalina had championed the possibility of Mitchel and Ariana being together.noveldrama

But it had turned out that they were actually related.

Deep down, she could accept this.

Her primary concern now centered on Mitchels ability to process the revelation.

These thoughts weighed heavily on Catalina as she sat at the dinner table, her appetite deserting her.

When Mitchel returned with the children, he immediately noticed his mothers concerned gaze on him.

Though he attempted to focus on his meal, her scrutiny made him unable to continue to eat.

With a resigned sigh, Mitchel set down his utensils.

Mom, whatevers on your mind, just say it.

ALL eyes turned to Catalina, who attempted a dry laugh. Oh, nothing.

I was just in a daze.

Youve never been good at lying, Mom, Mitchel said softly.

What is it that you want to say to me? Hearing her sons question, Catalina stopped pretending.

She awkwardly poured out all her thoughts.

As she finished speaking, silence fell over the room.

Ariana understood Catalinas embarrassment.

Though nothing inappropriate had ever transpired between her and Mitchel, she too had once interpreted Mitchels actions toward her as him having feelings for her.

Now, she busied herself with tending to Melons and Adeles plates, pretending not to have heard Catalinas words, The foods getting cold.

Lets continue eating, Catalina said, attempting to shift the conversation.

Its biological-hormones and genetics at work, not necessarily romantic love.

Before knowing Arianas true identity, I likely misinterpreted these instincts, influenced by external expectations.

Now, I understand the true nature of these feelings.

And what are the true nature of these feelings? Catalina asked cautiously.

Mitchels lips curved slightly as he replied, I am just protective of Ariana as her family.

Relief washed over Catalinas features, her smile returning naturally.

Ariana also felt the tension leave her shoulders after hearing Mitchels words.

Rodney, seeing this, smiled warmly.

He then instructed the servants to fetch some good wine from the cellar. The evening transformed into a genuinely warm family gathering, the earlier awkwardness dissolving completely.

The day of the contract signing with Marlowe had finally arrived.

The evening prior, Ariana had spoken with Marlowe to confirm the meeting spot, and they had agreed on a quaint café.

Arriving ten minutes early, Ariana was taken aback to find Marlowe already there.

At her table, Marlowe sat with an impeccable posture, her gaze fixed on the world beyond the window.

Her quiet poise seemed to command the space, drawing glances from passersby and lending the café an air of elegance.

As Ariana approached, she noticed the flawless application of Marlowes makeup and the precision in her neatly pressed attire, devoid of even the faintest wrinkle.

Everything about Marlowes appearance hinted that this meeting carried immense weight for her.

Hey there, Ariana greeted warmly, her voice gentle.