Chapter 225

“Where’s Liam, Ryan, and Sophie? Don’t tell me they’re ignoring their grandparents now?” “No way, Grandpa, Grandma—they’re actually at home, getting ready for your welcome-back lunch.” “Hmph, as if they could organize anything properly. Probably just bossing others around as usual.” No one dared talk back. They all quietly followed behind, respectful and silent. A few cars pulled into the Sterling residence. Lucian’s mood was clearly better—he had the elders on his side now, so marrying Ariella would be a breeze. On top of that, Dylan was finally back, his right-hand man. When Lucian wasn't around, things always felt out of sync—no matter how capable Lila was, it wasn’t the same. Dylan just got him on a whole different level. Dylan noticed the change too; Lucian was... warmer somehow. More considerate, less distant than before. Must be because of Ariella—guess love really does change people. But thinking about that just made Dylan feel all kinds of bitter inside. Nicole, the girl he ha