The conversation shifted topics until Ariana, after a pause, revealed, “Theodore is still alive."

Mitchel's hand froze on his cup, his expression flickering before he regained composure and looked at Ariana.

"Holden is Theodore," Ariana said calmly. "Yes, his mother is the only daughter of Aldus. After the accident five years ago, the Fredrick family took him in, but the accident caused him to lose his memory. He's been living as Holden since then."

Realizing Ariana had already learned the truth, Mitchel was silent for a moment before asking, “So, what do you plan to do? As you said, his identity has changed. He is Holden now."

"I don't know," Ariana admitted, pursing her lips and letting out a sigh.