Chapter 646

Georgia had a certain cunning about her, but years of isolation from social interactions and lack of professional experience—living instead in pampered comfort—had left her emotional and intellectual growth stunted for over two decades. Compared to someone like Ariana, a seasoned veteran in the ruthless world of business, she was utterly outmatched. Her face drained of color, and panic flickered in her eyes. Though she shot Ariana a glare laced with hostility, her gaze mostly wavered, uncertain. It was as if she couldn’t bear to meet Ariana’s eyes. Yet, to reinforce her claim that Ariana was spouting nonsense, she forced herself to hold that stare—though her resolve was paper-thin, her confidence hollow. Ariana understood everything in an instant. She shut her eyes briefly, exhaling deeply, and when she opened them again, all emotion had vanished. Her voice was calm, detached. "Does my father know about this?" Georgia bristled with indignation. "Didn’t you hear me the first time? Who’s