A Love Forgotten (Arianna and Elijah)

Chapter 203

I feigned indifference. "He was just a a kid who didn't know any better. Now that he realizes his andstake, I don't mind considering him my brother again."

Elijah seemed moved by my words, stepping closer. ", it seems like you've changed You've become more mature and forgiving"

I took a step back in disgust. "Mr. Linden, if you have something to say, just say it, but keep your distance."

The light in his eyes dimmed slightly upon hearing my words "Ari, 1.. wanted to explain ju's pregnacy and how it happened...

*?" I covered my ears. "I'm not interested!"

1 glared at him, finally losing my patience. "Mr. Linden, don't think I'm so broad-minded that I'd listen to any filth you bring to me. I don't need to know very sordid detall.

"How many times have I told you? I don't love you anymore, and we're over. I want a divorce! I don't care about you and Jocelyn one bit!"

Elijah

(was taken aback by my outborst and stared at me strangely. "Ari, do you really not love me angiore? it you don't, then why did you come here today!

His woods made my eyes sting with frustration. "I'm here because I care about Evan. This has absolutely nothing to do with you.

Llijah latched onto that. "No, Evan is my brother. How can it have nothing to do with me? Art, you still care about the Linden family, don't you?"

I laughed bitterly at his twisted logic. Coming here was charly a mistake. If I could go back in time, I'd slap some tense into myself before setting foot here.

I took a deep breath to calm my anger and spoke slowly and clearly. "Listen carefully, Elijah. I care about Evan because he was Ele a little brother to me growing up. I can't just watch fall apart

"Evan is his own person, and so are you. The Linden family stands on its own. Do you understand?"

jjah looked at me intently. "So, you're willing to see Evan but don't want anything to do with me? Not even a late

Before I could respond, a voice interrupted us. Evan's voice rang out. "Ell, give it a test Arijs way out of your league"

He walked over to me and took my hand. "Ari, I don't want to study here anymore. I'm leaving with you."

I was taken aback by what Evan had just said I was completely sh ned, and so was Elijah.

After a few seconds of tense silence, asked. "Tvan, do you know what you're saying?

Wiping the blood from the corner of his eyes, Evan said, "I'm almost 15. My mom never cared about me, and my brother didn't either. Only you did. You've been treating me so well all this time, but I let myself get manipulated by Jocelyn" He swore fiercely, "I just made a vow. I'm sticking with you, Ari You're my real family now. None of you matter, not one bit!" He directed his words at Elijah.

Elijah snapped, "What nonsense are you talking about! This is no time for your tantrums.

Evan's gaze was filled with disdain. The whole internet's talking about your aftale. You've let me down, Eli

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The blow from Evan seemed to shatter Elijah's composure, his fare a mix of shame and anger. Pointing a finger at Evan, he stammered. "You you