Chapter 19
Bella
I watched as Ace headed into the building, probably to retrieve the gifts stored in that room. What caught me off guard was the absence of Ariella by his side today. She was handling her responsibilities solo. Purposefully, I strolled over to her area and observed her, only to find her eyes fixed on Nancy and Nathan, who were caught up in their own little world of antics.
So, this was the situation, huh? Back then Ariella couldn't stand watching me and Marcus for even a day, especially when she knew I desired him. It seemed like she wanted to prove a point, to demonstrate that she could have whatever she wanted.
If that was the case, then it was time for my final move.
"Yeah, so Ace asked me to grab some gifts for the kids from the council room, but I'm tied up at my
