Rewrite Her Thrilling Life (Lillian and Sebastian) novel Chapter 341

**TITLE: The Billionaire’s Last Obsession series 341**
**CONTENT: Chapter 341 Evan’s Warning**

As Ariana stepped into the grandiose Whitmore estate, the heavy scent of alcohol clung to her like an unwelcome shroud. The opulence of the mansion, with its shimmering chandeliers and immaculate marble floors, felt like a distant world, overshadowed by the storm of emotions swirling within her. Each step she took reverberated through the expansive entryway, amplifying the weight of her troubled thoughts and the chaos in her heart.

In the lavish living room, Foster sprawled across a plush sofa, his eyes glued to the flickering screen of his gaming console, completely oblivious to the turmoil brewing around him. Nearby, Evan and Jared were locked in a fierce chess match, their brows furrowed in concentration as they calculated their next strategic moves. The air was thick with an unspoken tension, a stark contrast to the usual lively banter that filled their family gatherings. Just then, Ruby emerged from the kitchen, her expression morphing into one of concern as she took in Ariana’s disheveled state.

“What’s wrong, Ariana?” Ruby inquired, her voice laced with maternal worry. “I thought you were out shopping with Triny?”

Her question sliced through the room, drawing the attention of everyone present. Their gazes converged on Ariana, each pair of eyes searching for answers, and she felt the weight of their scrutiny pressing down on her like a heavy blanket.

Foster, ever the provocateur, couldn’t resist the opportunity to mock her. “She looks like she just crawled out of a dumpster. With that stench of liquor on her, who knows what kind of trouble she’s been in?” His taunting tone ignited a spark of irritation within her, and she clenched her fists, fighting to keep her frustration at bay.

Jared’s demeanor shifted, his casual facade replaced by genuine concern. “Ariana, where did you really go?” His voice was sharper now, a hint of urgency creeping in as he leaned forward.

Ariana tossed her bag onto the sofa with an exasperated sigh, the sound echoing in the tense silence. “Enough with the wild guesses! I was with Triny, and I wasn’t the one drinking—she was. The smell just rubbed off on me.”

“Triny was drinking?” Ruby echoed, her surprise evident, eyes widening in disbelief.

Ariana nodded, feeling the weight of the situation settle heavily on her shoulders. “Yeah, she was drowning her sorrows. Heart shattered, you know?”

Alarm spread across her family’s faces, their expressions shifting from curiosity to a mix of concern and disbelief. Foster leaned forward, his earlier bravado replaced by genuine anxiety. “What do you mean, shattered? Did she break up with someone?”

“That’s right,” Ariana confirmed, her voice steady but edged with frustration. “Love gone, and apparently, her mind went with it too.”

The urgency in her tone only heightened their restlessness. “Stop stalling and just tell us,” they urged, their eyes wide with anticipation.

Taking a deep breath, Ariana straightened her posture, determination hardening her features. “Sebastian has a girlfriend. Did any of you know about this?”

“What?” Foster nearly leaped off the sofa, disbelief etched across his face. “You’re telling me our big brother… has a girlfriend?”

Jared’s brow furrowed deeper. “Since when?”

Evan casually slid a chess piece forward, a satisfied smile playing on his lips. “For quite some time now.”

Ariana hesitated, her mind racing as she scrutinized his expression. “Grandpa… you don’t object to this?”

His smile faded, replaced by a piercing gaze that seemed to cut through her uncertainty. “Ariana, I know you’re close with Triny. But Sebastian’s marriage isn’t yours to interfere with. If he loves that girl, then she has my full support. And let me be clear: if any of you dare to speak a word against it, you can pack your bags and leave this house immediately.”

The weight of his words hung heavily in the air, leaving the room cloaked in stunned silence. Ariana had anticipated her grandfather to oppose the idea, but his open approval left her reeling, grappling with the implications of his stance.

For Triny, it seemed, hope was slipping away like sand through her fingers.

As the evening wore on, the initial shock began to morph into an unspoken understanding among them. Evan’s unwavering support for Sebastian’s relationship ignited a flicker of hope within Ariana, suggesting that perhaps love could heal rather than harm. Yet, the question remained—would Triny find solace in this new reality, or would she continue to drown in her despair? The weight of the unspoken promise hung in the air, binding them all together in a shared commitment to navigate the complexities of love and loyalty. In that moment, Ariana realized that while the path ahead might be fraught with challenges, it was also filled with the potential for growth and understanding, both for herself and for those she cared about deeply.