"You used to criticize Ariana, calling her distant and untouchable. Now, you're pretending to be the victim? You're no saint!"

Ignoring her outburst, Jasper tranquillized Brielle, blindfolded her, and left her in an unmissable location for Theodore.

He then retreated to a nearby warehouse and returned carrying Ariana.

He gestured towards the ship, his words a chilling murmur, “Look, Ariana. That ship will soon explode, taking Theodore down to the sea's depths. Witness his end, so that your heart can finally let go of him and make room for me.”

Struck by his words, Ariana wrenched herself from Jasper's grip and ran towards the ship. But she had only taken a few steps when an earth-shattering explosion erupted from the ship. Flames and debris filled the air, and the ship instantly succumbed to chaos and destruction.