Chapter 535

Gilbert couldn't shake off an inexplicable sense of unease all day, as if something ominous loomed on the horizon. Yet, he couldn't pinpoint what exactly was amiss. After much deliberation, he decided to head home as soon as possible. After all, Ariana was returning today. The mere thought of the strained relationship between her and Georgia gave him a pounding headache. Little did he know, however, that the situation at home would prove far worse than he had imagined. He had assumed that even if Ariana and Georgia weren't on speaking terms, their conflict wouldn’t escalate beyond silence. He hadn’t considered any other possibilities. But the moment he stepped inside, he realized how wrong he was. Gilbert arrived half an hour later than Ariana. His assistant trailed behind him, arms laden with an assortment of gifts—clearly intended for his beloved grandchildren. Yet, the instant he crossed the threshold of the White family villa, an unspoken tension hung thick in the air. Even his ass