Chapter 525

At that moment, Ariana remained blissfully unaware of the storm brewing at home because of her. She was still busy preparing for the New Year festivities—an exhausting task, to say the least. Celebrating the holiday in a large, prestigious family was nothing short of a logistical nightmare. Meanwhile, Lucian sat quietly beside her, diligently working on his homework. The sight of them—one absorbed in her tasks, the other in his—each at their own desks, was so heartwarming that it became a charming little scene in the Stone Family household. Gwen walked in just in time to witness this picture of domestic harmony. Unable to suppress a smile, she called out, "Ariana." Ariana glanced up and, recognizing her sister-in-law, gave a nod. "Second Sister-in-law, what brings you here?" Lucian, ever the polite child, chimed in sweetly, "Auntie." Gwen affectionately pinched the boy's cheek before turning back to Ariana. "Of course, there's something. I wouldn't dare disturb the busiest woman in the