Ariana's eyes held a reflection of a face that bore the burden of severe damage, marked by horrifying burn scars that stretched across nearly the entirety of it. Despite the disfigurement, she could still discern the familiar features of Theodore.

With trembling hands, Ariana reached out and gently touched his scarred face. Her touch was delicate and tender as she clasped the hand adorned with the wedding ring.

She stared at Theodore's altered face, and whispered softly, "Theodore, how could you leave me alone?"

Horace was about to offer comfort, but before any words could escape his lips, Ariana suddenly succumbed to unconsciousness.

“Help! Someone, please help!" Horace‘s panic surged as he swiftly scooped Ariana into his arms, rushed outside and called out loudly to the crowd, "Why are you all just standing there? Get a doctor!"

The group hastily ascended the stairs towards the emergency room, leaving behind just Darian and Jasper in the mortuary.

The two of them exchanged a meaningful look and then burst out Laughing in unison.

“That feels incredible!"

A satisfied grin stretched across Jasper's face as he leaned against the wall. His gaze fixated on the exposed body that bore a face all too familiar. Triumphantly, he Laughed to himself.

"Oh Theodore, no matter how magnificent your past may have been, the heavens won't grant you mercy."

With hands casually tucked into his pockets, he stood at the doorway, raising an eyebrow at the scene before him.

"You see, in the end, I'm the one having the last laugh. Rest assured, I'll relish in your fortune on your behalf, and I'll take care of your wife too. Just ensure you express your gratitude.”

Contrasting with Jasper's audacity, doubt lingered within Darian's heart.

He had already depleted his Liquid assets and borrowed as much as he could to secure the Olympic Village land, but it had proven insufficient.

Still, he couldn't pass up this lucrative opportunity, especially since BRD Group had thrown their hat into the bidding competition. The current bidding had far surpassed his initial expectations.

However, BRD Group's involvement only served to bolster Darian's confidence in the immense profitability of this project. There was no way he could back out now.

Numerous parties had their eyes fixated on this project, and securing the bid required considerable investment and a well-established network.

Darian had wagered heavily to acquire this project. He took a tremendous gamble that put almost everything he had at risk.

To establish crucial connections, he spared no expense. He was on the precipice of success, but his financial resources were struggling to support him at this critical point.

Darian had dug through every possible avenue to ensure his ultimate triumph, yet a significant funding gap was left.