A week passed. Ariel was fighting the urge to teleport to Northerna City at that instant. While she was urging the employee to make haste, she received a message from Stephen.

"What time will you be back home? Let's have a meal together." It was a succinct message.

Surprised, she rubbed her eyes and confirmed what she'd read. The person who texted her was really Stephen!

Jodie noticed the situation and approached her with curiosity. "What's the matter?"

"Stephen is asking me out for a meal." Ariel looked at him. "Pinch me. Am I dreaming?"

Jodie found it hilarious. "It's just having a meal together."

"But …" She hesitated. "It's been years, and this is his first time asking me what time I'll be back home from work."

Ariel was an A-list celebrity now. Last year, she'd been nominated for the Best Female Lead Award along with Simone! Even though Ariel hadn't won the award, it was a recognition of her acting nonetheless.

Besides, Jodie reckoned that it was because she wasn't a care