But before she could utter another word, Theodore let out an audible sigh and made a disparaging comment. He muttered, "So ugly."

The tension in the room heightened to levels unknown, and Brielle's seething rage was almost palpable. Her hands were balled into tight fists, and her nails were digging deep into her palms.

She couldn't believe that Theodore was coming to Ariana's defense. After all, Jasper had claimed that Theodore was planning to divorce Ariana.

Glenda struggled to understand what was happening and reluctantly spoke up.

"Theodore, I'm glad you've awoken. As her mother, I'm relieved to know that you'll be taking care of Ariana from now on."