Ariana, retreating to a corner, was swamped with growing concerns about Theodore. It appeared the Anderson Group was headed for doom.

She yearned to locate Theodore and discuss the unfolding situation, but every access point was barricaded. Her anxiety escalated, haunted by the fear of Theodore vanishing once more without a trace.

Suddenly, the entrance was abuzz with activity. Ariana's gaze fell upon Adrian, who was striding in with an entourage, the screaming crowd parting to make way for him.

Adrian had overlooked Ariana in several previous encounters, so, sensibly, she melded into the crowd, feigning obliviousness.

However, to her surprise, Adrian halted his stride as he passed her and queried, “What brings you here?"

“Excuse me?" Ariana was taken aback. She hadn't anticipated any interaction with him. Flustered, she replied, "I'm searching for someone."

Despite her reluctance to name the person, Adrian was acutely aware that she was there for Theodore.

His suspicion that she might be pregnant had somehow been aroused by a cursory glance at Ariana's oversized attire.

Suppressing his astonishment, he arched his eyebrows, cleared his throat, and advised, “The Anderson Group is in quite a bit of turmoil currently. It would be prudent for you to avoid visiting unless absolutely necessary to prevent any unwarranted involvement.”

Before Ariana could respond, Adrian was already a considerable distance away, his entourage in tow.

Ariana contemplated tailing him into the elevator to find Theodore. As she was about to advance, her phone chirped.

Upon inspection, a message from Theodore appeared on the screen.

"Do not fret. I'LL see you at home tonight.”

The moment a message from Theodore illuminated her screen, a sigh of relief escaped Ariana's lips.

As long as he remained within reach, she felt secure.

Having responded with a brief “okay” and pocketing her phone, she discarded the thought of accompanying Adrian upstairs.

Nevertheless, observing the palpable tension seeping through the Anderson Group, worry gnawed at her.

Despite Theodore and Darian's strained relations reaching a breaking point, Theodore's affiliation with the Anderson Group was unshakeable.

Should the group crumble, Theodore would undoubtedly face repercussions. Aside from him, everyone who worked here was shackled to this shared destiny.

What if desperation drove Darian to harm Theodore?