Chapter 1336
Skylar thoughtfully stared at the words “gambling“. She remembered that Aiken mentioned he
owned two casinos in Murida.
So, after a brief moment of contemplation, she called Aiken.
Simona walked into the study with a plate of fruit, just in time to hear Aiken saying goodbye to
Skylar.
“Aiken, were you just talking to Skylar on the phone?”
Aiken looked up at Simona. “Yes, she needed my help with something.”
Simona wasn’t overly curious, and she also understood that there were some things she shouldn’t ask about. But knowing that Skylar would come to her brother for help made her genuinely happy.
She understood that there was little chance Aiken and Skylar would end up together, but she
couldn’t help but occasionally daydream and hope for something more.
Aiken could tell that Simona was preoccupied with something. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have
brought him fruits.
There had been some tension between the siblings recently due to Stephen.
“Aiken, what I’m about to say might make you a bit unhappy, but I don’t want to hide it from you. I
want to have a proper talk with you,” Simona said cautiously.
She had originally thought she could wait a while longer before bringing it up. But keeping it
from Aiken made her feel uncomfortable and guilty. She still hoped for his support in her
relationship.
Aiken looked at Simona thoughtfully, seemingly unsurprised. “Go ahead, what is it?”
Simona immediately said in a playful tone, “But you have to promise you won’t get mad no matter
what, okay?”
“Alright.”
Seeing him agree, Simona took a deep breath and said, “Aiken, I’m sorry. I didn’t listen to you and
am still seeing Stephen. He’s a genuinely good person, and we really love each other. He treats me
well. At the university, people often say we’re a perfect match.
“Aiken, I know his background isn’t ideal, but he had no choice in that. If he could have chosen, I’m sure he’d also want a better environment, just like me.”
“I understand,” Aiken replied calmly.
His tone was so indifferent that Simona was taken aback. “Aiken?”
“Since you’re already together, then so be it. But you two cannot be physically involved until after graduation,” Aiken said.
Simona’s eyes widened, unable to believe what she had just heard. “Aiken, do you really approve of my relationship with Stephen?”
Aiken just nodded.
“Aiken, that’s amazing! Do you know how worried I was? But I promise we won’t do anything before marriage. I also want to get to know him better.
“I’m so happy, Aiken. I’ve wanted your approval the most.”
Simona felt that her happiness came too suddenly. She had prepared to be scolded, fearing that Aiken might confront Stephen. She knew that if Aiken spoke to him, Stephen’s pride would likely lead him to break up with her.
Besides, Stephen had told her today that he didn’t think Aiken would ever approve because of his
background.
But now, everything turned out okay! She could be with Stephen without hiding or sneaking
around.
A cold glint flashed through Aiken’s eyes when he saw his sister’s elated expression. Stephen
was pretty bold.
“You may go if there’s nothing else. I still have work to do,” he said.
Simona nodded repeatedly. “Okay, I’ll go out now. I won’t disturb your work. Aiken, don’t worry. I’ll take good care of myself.”
After leaving, she even thoughtfully closed the door to the study.
Once Simona left, Aiken’s expression turned icy. Then, he made a call.
“Are there any progress with the arrangement?”
“Yes, there is. Stephen couldn’t resist the temptation. It should be done in a few days.”
