As the lights were turned off and the room grew quiet, Chase and Ariel snuggled under the blankets, ready to drift off to sleep. But just as they were about to settle in, Chase suddenly spoke up, his voice low and thoughtful.
“Ariel, can I talk to you about something?” he asked, his words breaking the silence.
Ariel stirred beside him, her voice sleepy.
“What is it, baby?” she asked, her hand reaching out to find his in the darkness.
Chase took a deep breath, his mind racing with doubts and uncertainties.
“It’s about the contract with Rachel,” he said, his voice hesitant. “I don’t know if I should have signed it.”
Ariel’s hand tightened around his, her voice suddenly alert.
“What’s wrong?” she asked, her tone concerned. “You were excited about expanding your business with them. W
