It was as if a switch flicked inside her head, and before she could even think, she gently pushed the glass of milk in front of him.

Theodore's indifferent expression softened ever so slightly, as he looked up at her and took a sip from the glass.

A strange, unfamiliar warmth spread through Ariana's chest, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment. For the first time in what felt Like forever, the tension in the air dissipated, and Ariana wondered if this could be a turning point in their relationship. Maybe she could try to be nicer to him, even if it was just by pushing his wheelchair for him.

At that moment, Darian placed his utensils on the table and started talking.

“I have something important to tell you all," he announced, eyes flickering around the table.

“Theodore is struggling to manage the company all by himself because of his health condition. We cannot continue like this."

Ariana felt a lump form in her throat, her hands trembling as she clutched her tableware.

Her heart raced with nervousness, unsure of what Darian was going to suggest.

Ariana had learned about the Anderson Group from Jasper, and she knew that it was one of the most prominent companies in the hotel industry in Eleymond. The group had almost a monopoly on high-end hotels in the city, making it an incredibly successful business.

However, after Darian's father passed away and he took over, the company started to experience a downturn.

It was on the verge of bankruptcy before Theodore intervened, taking over the company and implementing sweeping reforms to revive its fortunes. Under his guidance, the Anderson Group even opened a subsidiary in the entertainment industry, which proved to be a smart move.

But now, it seemed as though Darian was trying to use Theodore's illness to push him aside and reap the benefits of his hard work.

It was clear that Theodore saw right through Darian's ploy. He calmly set his glass down and fixed his gaze on Darian.

"Why don't you just come straight to the point and say you want to strip me of my power? There's no need for these fancy words," he sneered.

Darian was unable to maintain his composure any longer. He slammed his fist onto the table and bellowed, "Do you speak to your own father in such a manner?"

However, Theodore wasn't fazed by Darian's outburst. Instead, he turned his attention to Ariana, who had stopped eating and was clearly distressed by the scene.

"It's alright. Don't worry about it. Just finish your breakfast," he said, in a reassuring tone.

Ariana nodded absentmindedly, her appetite gone.

Darian's face turned red with anger, struggling to keep his emotions under control.

“Theodore, I appreciate all the work you've done for the Anderson Group, but after the accident, the company has been in a precarious state. Since you need to rest and focus on your health, why not let Jasper help out and ensure the company's stability? It's for all of our sakes."