Chapter 397: Secret call

'I hope Maggie has found something that could be of use for me.' Aria sighed to herself and left for her apartment. Since she could not meet Maggie in person, she had no other choice but to return to her apartment. Going back to Noah's house was not an option for her as the house was filled with servants and it was not wise to talk to her, especially when there were high chances of them stumbling upon her during her call.

She checked her phone and on not finding any reply from Noah, she sighed lightly. She knew that Noah had appointed guards to keep an eye on her. Although they had made sure to stay hidden, she had detected long ago. Now that she was not meeting Maggie in person, she did not have anything to worry about them being a nuisance. 'Otherwise, it would be a problem to explain to Noah once he finds out about her.'

Aria hailed a cab and sat thinking to herself about how things had come to this. 'I hope everything is fine on Maggie's end.' Although she was looking out of the window and her mind was elsewhere. 'I am sorry, Noah. I am sorry for keeping this huge secret from you. When the time comes, I'll tell you everything. Until then, please bear with me.'

Aria knew that the guards were following her and they would inform everything about her day's activities to Noah once the day ended. So, she had stayed lowkey, not wanting to arise suspicion. But it had been a long time since she had spoken to Maggie and she wanted to find out some answers. Her patience was wearing thin and she knew she could not wait any longer. 

Aria was so lost in thoughts that she did not even realize they had reached her apartment until the driver called out to her. She had not returned home since the day the two men had taken her and Ivy to their respective houses. Not wasting another time, she sent a message to Maggie.

'Reached home.'

'Okay, wait a minute.'

Immediately after, her phone started to ring and Aria was staring at her friend, Maggie. "You look tired."

"Yes, Ari. Things have been hectic here lightly."

"Anything serious?"

"Jared has found out about the presence of a mole in his gang."

"And?" Aria did not panic as she knew Maggie was an expert in taking care of herself in dangerous situations. Since she was calling her back, from her room in Jared's warehouse, things did not seem not that troublesome, yet.

"You know he will never get to me," Maggie added with a smile, making Aria smile in return.

"I know about it. What was Jared's reaction?"

"He caught some other moles who worked for his rival gang."

"I see." Aria nodded.

"How's your love life?" Maggie changed the topic with a teasing smile and immediately at once, Aria blushed a light shade of pink. "Ari, are you blushing? How cute!!"

"How did you find out about him? I never told you about him before." Aria tried to look stern and calm, yet she failed miserably at it. 'As far I remember, I haven't called her after Noah and I started dating. How did she find out?'

"Ari, are you forgetting who I am? Do you think I would not know about you when I am keeping a track of you every second?"

"Fine. You win." Aria rolled her eyes, her lips raising in a smile. "I am just worried that Noah might be angry when the truth comes out." Her smile vanished at once and she stared back at the girl with the spectacles.

"Ahh, that is your concern. In that case, there is nothing to worry about." Maggie smiled, her eyes filled with amusement.

"Why do you say so?"

"If he gets angry once the truth comes out, just seduce him and take him to bed. I am sure he will forgive you once the night ends."

"Maggie," Aria almost yelled, her eyes shooting daggers at her friend.

"Jokes apart. Why have called me?" Maggie became serious at once and Aria too followed suit.

"Did you find out anything?"

"A lot actually. I'll mail you the details, take a look at it."

"How about my father's case?"

"I have found some interesting things about it. You might get the clue you want. And you were right."

"About what?"

"Jared was involved in your father's poisoning."

"I see." Aria remained silent for a few seconds, lost in thoughts. "Thanks, Maggie. "

"Not a problem."

"How long will you be undercover?"

"No idea. Maybe until I find out who this Godfather is."

"Be careful, Maggie."

"I will and yeah, well done."

Aria tilted her head, questioning her friend silently. "Kevin was your thirty-first kill."

Aria rolled her eyes and let out a small sigh. "That man was a traitor. He deserved it. I hope Ian has not found anything suspicious about it."

"Why will he?" Maggie fired back. "Who could imagine that you, Aria, who looks harmless and delicate know how to yield a gun and fight back? I guess, the revelation will be a big blow for everyone and that includes your sister too."

"I know, Maggie. I know. I just hope they will understand me."

"Oh, I am sure they will. Don't worry. I will have to go now, Ari. Take care and yeah, before I forget, keep a lookout."

"Why?"

"I am not sure what enmity Jared and Noah have, but he has sent his men to watch people around Noah. If worse comes worst, Jared may be coming after you just to get to your boyfriend." Maggie warned her and Aria nodded, her lips twitching slightly.

"Jared wants to harm my man. In his dreams. There is no way he will be able to get him."

"I know. With you around, it's impossible and Noah himself is capable. But you cannot say anything. Just be careful."

"Yes, Noah has his men from Underground. So, I am not that worried about him or Ian and Joshua. But it is my sister I am worried about."

"I know. Take care of her. Jared is looking for the journalist who spoiled his plans."

"Yes, I will. Thanks for the heads-up. I guess it's time for me to go."

"Will talk to you later. See ya."

"See ya."

The call ended and Aria laid down on her bed, her eyes fixed on the fan above her. "Jared, you want to harm my sister and my man. Just you wait and watch."