"Jealousy?" Ariana snorted. "In your dreams," she replied, shoving food into her mouth with a rough gesture.

Gerald laughed at her reaction. "Why does my wife look so adorable when she's angry?" he murmured. They continued eating in silence. Ariana was trying to contain her frustration, and Gerald, knowing her well, chose to remain silent, not intending to further fuel the situation. He already knew Ariana's character well enough not to provoke her further. He understood that Ariana was feeling ...