Chapter 239

Aria's POV I'd barely had time to process how many people were fawning over our relationship online when I noticed Aiden emerge from the bathroom, his hair still damp from the shower. "The bath should be ready in about five minutes," he announced, voice deep and smooth. I nodded, trying to act casual. "Thanks." My thoughts drifted to his social media post—the one that had sent the internet into a frenzy. I wanted to ask him about it, but couldn't quite find the courage. Instead, I chewed my lower lip and said, "I've been scrolling through social media. It's pretty wild out there tonight." Aiden gave me a knowing look, his blue eyes twinkling. "Is that so? What's happening?" "You know, just stuff about today's competition," I deflected. "Let me see," he said, reaching for his phone. My cheeks warmed. "I'm going to grab my clothes for the bath!" I announced, practically jumping to my feet. Aiden shot me an amused glance but didn't comment as he opened the app. I watched him out of the co