Mr Billionaire's Regret Chasing His Irresistible Wife (Jared and Arielle) novel Chapter 79

(ARIELLE'S POV)

The waiting period before my departure felt like a time bomb, ticking away with each passing minute. A few days before I left, I decided to visit my mother and inform her about my departure. After having a careful deliberation, I decided it would be a great injustice to leave her in the dark.

I found her in the garden, tending to her flowers.

"Hey, mum," I called from behind.

She swiftly turned around, startled. "You, terrible child," she exclaimed, a smile creeping into her lips. "You startled me."

"I know. That was the idea," I responded, flashing her a mischievous smile.

"Why are you here? Aren't you supposed to be at work," she asked, taking off her gloves.

"Umm, I came because I want us to talk."

"Really? Is something wrong?" She inquired, staring at me with concern.

"Not really. Can we talk inside?"

"Sure, sure. Let's head in," she mumbled, leading the way.

"I got a culinary scholarship," I announced, the moment we were seated in the living room.

"Okay?" She said, urging me to go further.

"I'm leaving. The scholarship is being held abroad. I.. Italy."

There was silence as her expression turned from thoughtful to unreadable. And then to my surprise, her face broke out in a smile. "Oh, my dear, that's good news! I'm so proud of you."

I was momentarily confused, searching her face for a hint of a lie, but there was none. "Huh, you're happy?"

She looked taken aback by my question. "Why not?

"I...I was worried you'd not be happy with my decision."

"I see. Believe me, Arielle, I'm truly changed. Gone are the days I criticize your decisions. I want to be the good mother you've always wanted to have.

"So you're just gonna let me go like that? You're not gonna miss me or something?" I asked, still in doubt.

"Of course, I'd miss you, but I want you to be happy," she responded, hugging me tightly.

"Wow!" I let out, returning the hug. I was loving this new relationship with my mother.

"You know, it's funny how I have been expecting you to move out of the city since the incident eigh Jared. You know, get away from everything."