Chapter 800

Jaxson’s personality was the kind that seemed cold and distant at first glance, but anyone who took the time to get closer would realize he simply didn’t know how to interact with people. The way his body remained stiff and tense ever since she struck up a conversation with him made it all the more obvious. Ariana had sharp eyes to begin with, and Jaxson’s behavior was far too transparent. It would have been impossible *not* to notice. Throughout the journey, Ariana brought up plenty of topics that would interest someone of his age. Though his responses were brief, Jaxson answered her earnestly—a far cry from the indifferent, dismissive attitude he showed everyone back at the Stone estate. It was an improvement so stark it couldn’t have been better. Lambert, meanwhile, kept his eyes half-lidded and his ears pricked, listening in on the exchange between Ariana and Jaxson. His gaze was cool and faintly disdainful, yet he chose to indulge and tacitly allow it. Truth be told, Lambert didn’