Novel Palace
Chapter 1153
Remy, watching her victory, was consumed by bitterness. His frustration was apparent, especially at being bested on camera by someone he had underestimated.
Ariana took a fleeting look at the evidently frustrated Remy.
She mused that petulance wasn’t going to alter the outcome or make up for his shortcomings. His persistent bottom ranking seemed fitting given his outlook.
Seeing Ariana confidently walk away, Remy ground his teeth, muttering resentfully. His young son, eyes filled with confusion, remarked, “Dad, didn’t you promise you'd win this one?”
Asurge of anger flashed across Remy’s face, and he shot his son a stern look.
After wrapping up the outdoor activities, as dusk painted the sky, the contestants retreated to their accommodations to prepare their evening meals. Despite his consistently poor performance, the compassionate contestants shared some of their ingredients with Remy, ensuring he wouldn't have to face hunger.
Remy replayed the day’s defeats in his head, each scene magnifying his embarrassment. Ariana’s effortless victories in the challenges were Like salt in his open wounds.
Blinded by malice, he hatched a plan. When he noticed the camera crew taking a break, he stealthily made his way to the villa’s main electrical breaker box. Ensuring no one was watching, he forcefully toggled the master switch, leaving Ariana’s villa in darkness.Belongs to (N)ôvel/Drama.Org.
Inside, Ariana had just completed preparing dinner and was about to summon Melon to dine when an eerie silence followed by complete darkness enveloped them.
She hesitated briefly, pondering if this was an unexpected twist by the show’s organizers, but the absence of the crew dispelled that notion.
Melon, seated at the kitchen table, looked around curiously.
Using her phone as a makeshift torch, Ariana tried to keep the mood light. “It seems this old villa has a whimsical electrical system.”
ninjanovel.com After ensuring Melon was safe and calm, she cautiously ventured outside to check the breaker box. The main breaker seemed to be intentionally disconnected. Ariana attempted to reset it but found it strangely resistant.
While investigating the vicinity for clues, she noticed unmistakably large adult footprints in the soft mud.
Joining the dots, Ariana had a strong inkling about the mischief-maker. Suppressing her frustration, she resolved to alert the production team to handle the matter. But just as she was about to make the call, an alarming shriek echoed from the villa.
“Melon!” Heart racing with panic, Ariana immediately abandoned her earlier quest, rushing back to the source of the distressing cry.
Ariana barely reached the entrance when Melon burst out from the main hall, flashlight in hand and tears streaming. He latched onto Ariana, his voice shaking. “Mommy, there’s a monster!”