CHAPTER 138

ARIA’S POV

After winning the case and finally being able to breathe fresh air, Stella and I decide to hang out to celebrate. We head to the mall together, eager to shop to our heart's content.

The vibrant energy of the mall, filled with laughter and chatter, contrasts with the tension and anxiety we've been living with. As we wander from store to store, trying on outfits and spoiling ourselves with little luxuries, a sense of liberation washes over us.

Each purchase feels like a small victory, a tangible reminder that we've reclaimed our lives and our joy. We laugh, we splurge, and we revel in the simple pleasure of being free.

I can’t thank you enough for standing up for all of us… And, on top of that, you’ve brought Neal and me together”

As soon as she mentions Neal’s name, a blush spreads across her cheeks.

“Aha! Someone is blushing, huh?”

I tease Stella even more, making sure to point out how she blushes whenever Neal is mentioned.

“Tsk! Stop it, Aria.”

Stella giggles as we stroll