291: SORT OF JEALOUS

ARIEL'S POV With Luke sitting across from me, his earnest gaze fixed on mine, and I couldn't help but feel a flutter of doubt. His words reassured me, but actions spoke louder than words, didn't they? "What if you got some important project?" I challenged him, searching for any hint of hesitation in his response. Luke's expression softened, his eyes never leaving mine. "Ariel, you'll always be my priority. No matter what important project comes up, you'll come first." I offered him a skeptical smile. "Prove it." He chuckled, shaking his head slightly. "How am I going to prove it right now?" I shook my head, laughing softly. "Just prove it." Luke's laughter joined mine, but there was a glint of determination in his eyes. "You're not serious, Ariel." "But I am," I insisted, my smile widening. "Go on stage and sing a romantic song for me." His eyes widened in surprise. "Are you serious?" I nodded, unable to contain my grin. "Dead serious." We locked eyes f