Chapter 226 - Unexpected guest (1/2)

~Fairfield~

Sarah is in the living room of her apartment, on the sofa with her phone in her hand, chatting with Vivian.

”Tomorrow I will meet with Vivian.” Sarah told to Aiden who came out of the bedroom.

He paused for a moment obvious displeasure showed on his face. ”Where?”

”Somewhere downtown, we still didn't decide.” Sarah's attention was on her phone.

His mind was racing. With his suspicion that Vivian is setting Sarah up, there is no way to let them go out by themselves. But he still can't voice his suspicions to Sarah. 'Think, Aiden, think!'

”Hmmm, how about you get her to come here?” Seeing that Sarah is looking at him with a frown, he provided logical explanation. ”Since you are attracting trouble, I will be more at ease knowing you are here. You will have your space; I promise to give you privacy.”

After hearing his explanation, Sarah agreed and typed on her phone. Last time she went out with Vivian, it didn't turn out well. She does not want to risk such a thing again. And even if nothing happens, Aiden will get himself sick from worry. So, it's better if they meet here.

Aiden stood behind her and watched her chat with Vivian with a cold gaze.

After exchanging few messages, Sarah confirmed. ”Done. Vivian will come here tomorrow around 2 PM.”

”Thank you, baby.” He leaned in and kissed top of her head, before heading to the study room.

In the study room, he opened one drawer behind the work desk and pulled out one of most recent microphones that Felix sent them. Aiden flipped the small device in his palm. ”Eve, confirm connection with SM34D.”

”Successful ping confirmed.” Eve's voice was heard.

”Eve, make sure SM34D is fully charged by 2 PM tomorrow.” Aiden smirked and put the small device in the top drawer of his work desk.

…

Next day, around noon Aiden and Sarah are in the study room, both working on their PCs when doorbell of Sarah's apartment was heard.

”Did Vivian arrive early?”, Aiden asked Sarah.

Sarah shook her head and spoke, ”Eve, who is at the door?”

”Jeffrey White”, Eve's voice was heard.

Aiden and Sarah looked at each other, both with confused expressions. Doorbell sounded again.

”You go and open... it's your brother.” Sarah finally spoke.

Aiden went and opened the door. He froze at the sight of a large bouquet of flowers.

”Hey, little brother!” Jeff cheerfully greeted. He noticed that Aiden is looking at the flowers. ”These are for sister-in-law.” Seeing that Aiden is blocking the door and not moving, Jeff reminded him. ”Aren't you going to invite me in?”

Aiden moved to the side, leaving Jeff space to pass. Jeff entered carrying flowers in one hand and wheeling a black carry on suitcase behind him with his other hand. Aiden closed the door and followed Jeff.

Jeff stood in the living room and looked around. ”Where is sister-in-law?”