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A month had passed in the blink of an eye. Ryan and Ariana came closer to each other. Ryan tried to come close to her to get intimate and consummate their marriage, but Ariana stepped back each time.

Last night, Ryan again tried to get intimate with her, but she rejected him. Ryan's mood became off. He strode out of the house and didn't come yet. Ariana was worried.

Her changed expressions and worry were visible on her face. After lunch, she was heading toward her room when Evelyn stopped her.

"Aria," she spoke.

But Ariana's mind was off, and she was going towards her room. Evelyn moved to her and held her by the shoulder. Ariana came to her senses. She looked at Evelyn and asked.

"What happened, mom?"

Evelyn lowered her eyebrows at her and pouted. "I'm good, but something is missing."

Ariana looked around and asked. "What is missing, mom? Tell me. I'll help you to find it."

"Your smile is missing, Aria. Where are you lost?" Evelyn caressed her cheek. Ariana's eyes welled up, and s