Dead at Heart (Ariel and Jayson) novel Chapter 637

The nurse looked surprised. “How did you know that, sir?”

Jayson cast a sidelong glance at Ariel, his tone light. “Judging by your earlier remark, you seem to have sharper eyesight than she does. Perhaps you could refer us to one of your ophthalmologists here. I’d pay them handsomely for their service.”

Ariel was rendered speechless. She could hear the underlying jab in his words–his subtle way of teasing her for saying he was wasting his time here.

The nurse chuckled softly, catching on to his playful tone.

Ariel’s treatment didn’t take long. Once her job there was done, she left to attend to other duties.

“What were you talking to Samson about earlier?” Ariel asked as she straightened her clothes.

Jayson glanced up. “I thanked him for being so selfless… doing so much for another man’s wife.”

Ariel studied him closely, sensing there was more to his words. “He did save me, and the Yeager Group

suffered a heavy loss. Can you tell me the real reason for your attitude toward him?”

The real reason?

Jayson had a distant look in his eyes.

It wouldn’t make sense to accuse Samson of ulterior motives–he had missed the chance to submit his

bid and lost the project. If all he wanted was to play hero, there were easier ways to stage such a rescue

without sacrificing a golden opportunity.

Proving Samson’s intentions would be difficult. Giving up a major project so easily suggested Samson had layered motives, but none of them would be easy to expose. Without evidence, Jayson’s suspicions

would only look like baseless jealousy.

That level of cunning deserved acknowledgment.

“Would you rather hear my opinion from a rational standpoint or a personal one?” Jayson leaned back elegantly in his chair.

“What’s the difference between those two?”

“Rationally, you shouldn’t see him as just some naive, simple young man. He earned a high position in the Yeager Group not long after returning from abroad, despite being surrounded by seasoned, shrewd colleagues.

“He’s ambitious and adept at power plays. The Yeager Group specializes in military technology. They have resources, government contracts, and a strong influence.

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“So it makes no sense that after six months of solidifying his standing, he’d suddenly give it all up to focus on research. Whatever he’s plotting, make sure you don’t get caught up in it.”

Jayson’s tone was calm but deliberate, his analysis precise.

Ariel listened, though she didn’t need reminding. She already knew Samson wasn’t simple.

“What about your personal reasons?” she asked. She suspected some history between these two men- perhaps this was his way of warning her.

Jayson’s gaze locked onto hers.

“I’m a very jealous man,” he said quietly. 1

Ariel frowned, her brows knitting in disbelief. For once, he sounded utterly ridiculous.

Thankfully, he didn’t push the topic further. Rising from his seat, he said, “Get some rest. We’ll head back to Eldoria tomorrow. You should still go for that check–up when you have time.”

With that, he stepped out to take a call.

Moments later, Chad returned, handing Ariel a warm, sweet drink to replenish her energy.

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