96. His sister-in-law

Aiden glanced over at Eleanor, noticing her silence since they left the Knight mansion. The air in the plane felt heavy with unspoken tension, prompting him to break the ice. With a soft exhale, he turned to her and asked, "How was your date last night?"

Eleanor's usually expressive eyes seemed guarded, but Aiden persisted, gently coaxing, "Did he apologize?"

Her gaze flickered momentarily before she replied, her voice tinged with uncertainty, "I haven't heard an apology as sincere as the one he offered. And the whole concept and theme of the date were just... mind-blowing and unique."

Aiden nodded, mentally applauding his brother's creativity while simultaneously trying to decipher Eleanor's emotions. "Wow," he murmured, genuinely impressed by the romantic gesture.

"So, did you forgive him?" Aiden inquired, his curiosity piqued as he leaned in slightly, eager for her response.

Eleanor's lips curved into a small, rueful smile as she confessed, "I did. And believe me, Aiden, I've never