With a resolute demeanor, Theodore spoke in hushed tones.

"Fear not, I shall address the matter concerning Helen."

Hearing this, Ariana felt a measure of relief. The mystery that had plagued her for so Long was unraveled, and she chose to trust Theodore.

She gazed at Theodore, her mind teeming with questions, yet she refrained from asking them.

Who was Marley's father? Why did nobody dare speak of Marley in the Anderson household? And why did Theodore and even Horace keep Marley's existence a secret?