Chapter 58

Seeing Ariella looked fine, Ryan hesitated for a second, then turned and left. After all, his big bro was way more composed than he was. "Let go of me," Ariella whispered. Lucian's hand was still on her waist, and not just resting-he gave it a suggestive squeeze. "Keep your distance next time. Don't let him put his arm around you like that," he said close to her ear, his breath brushing against her skin before he finally pulled away. Ariella had been holding her breath the whole time. She had to get out of this house-ASAP. Another day of this and she'd completely lose it. "I got it," she murmured, swallowing her frustration. Noticing no one was nearby, Lucian leaned toward her again. "I asked Ryan just now. He actually wants you to keep the baby. Bet that's the result of that chat you had with him yesterday, huh? Gotta hand it to you, using your charm like that." "Big bro, why don't you go on ahead? I'll stay out here and wait for Ryan and Grandma," she raised her voice on purpose. The