Chapter 118 You May Try It If You Dare

• Ariana's POV:
• When he laid everything out so bluntly, it felt like my insides twisted in embarrassment. I forced a smile, grasping at straws to cover up my discomfort. "Oh, I just saw your message. That's why I called. I wanted to let you know I wasn't ignoring your calls."
• Stefan's response was a dry chuckle. "If you're so keen on keeping this so-called pure love untainted by hatred, then make me fall for you. Love is the only thing that can stand up to hate. Do you get it? I've been busy with the Yeager Family deal, so I haven't had time to focus on you. But now, don't even think about slipping away. You may try it if you dare."