After All the Hurt, She Chose Herself novel Chapter 242

Cooking was difficult for Aria in her wheelchair, so Raphael had to handle it himself.

"I don't have any dietary restrictions. I'll treat you to dinner some other time."

Raphael chuckled. "Sounds good. I'm free anytime."

Aria sat in the living room and took out her phone to look at the social media post Mira had forwarded her.

The Rowan family had announced Lilith's death and then tagged Gideon's account, writing a long message that subtly and openly lamented what a shame it was for the two of them.

The comments below were numerous, talking about how devoted Gideon was and what a tragedy it was for them.

Even old photos of the two of them that had been taken by paparazzi had become something for people to obsess over.

Aria read it and just felt sick.

[WifeAndKidsInHeaven: Something about this feels weird. Didn't Lilith's friend ask Aria for medicine just a few days ago? Did she not use it, or did she use it and it didn't work?]

[HowCouldThisBe: @WifeAndKidsInHeaven Can you just leave Aria alone? Someone has died, and you're still trying to profit from the tragedy for clicks?]

Both comments had over ten thousand likes.

As Aria kept scrolling, her social media app started to lag.

#RowanFamilyCancelsFuneral

#LilithAutopsy

#LilithAndAria

#LilithGideonAria

Four trending topics popped up on Aria's phone in a row. Aria clicked on the one that included her name.

The comments under it didn't discuss her much, most likely because of the blockchain evidence preservation she had recently done.

No one dared to spread rumors about Aria at such a critical moment.

Most of the discussion was about Lilith's death and her relationship with Gideon.

"What are you looking at?"

Raphael came out carrying the last dish, and Aria belatedly realized she had been scrolling on her phone for almost two hours.

"The Rowan family decided to do an autopsy."

"I didn't know what you like, so I made a little extra. Eat as much as you like, but don't force yourself if you don't care for it."

Aria's throat felt a little tight. "Okay..."

It had been a long time since someone had specially cooked a meal for her.

After leaving the Rowan family, Aria was busy with work and mostly ate at the company cafeteria. After marrying Gideon, even though they had maids, the staff was always opportunistic, currying favor with whoever was in power.

Aria mostly fended for herself.

Having a normal meal at home like this felt like a true luxury.

And it tasted wonderful.

Aria ate more than she usually did.

"I'll clean up."

When Aria saw Raphael packing the leftovers into a container, she quickly said, "Don't throw it out! There's enough for another meal!"

Raphael let out a low laugh. "I'm packing these to take with me. I'll bring you a fresh breakfast tomorrow. What would you like to eat?"