Chapter 70

Dmitri

I sat quietly, my head bowed in anticipation of Ariel's present status from the surgeon. Amidst that, I thought of everything that I could have done properly if I wasn't blinded by rage and jealousy.

However, my pensive mood was intruded upon by the click of heels that made its way toward me. I raised my head and my heart further plummeted as I stood up to meet them.

The fact that Ariel's parents were here for a not-so-good reason made me bitter. The last time we met it was for celebration, and I'd hoped that it would continue to be that way.

"Good evening, Mr and...