Ariel hesitated, the weight of her dreams pressing on her. "I used to love art and writing. I thought I could maybe do something with that," she confessed.

"Art and writing? That sounds wonderful," he replied, genuinely interested. "You should explore those passions. I'd love to see your work one day."

His encouragement ignited a spark of hope in her. "i might consider it, she said with a smile. "I t hasn't really come to my mind for a long time now, but It's something i don't plan giving up on."

After their dinner, Jayden leaned back in his chair, clearly satisfied. "So, what are your thought about the mansion?"...