After a moment of reflection and looking into Adele’s hopeful eyes, Ariana finally conceded.

“Okay, I’ll bring Adele with me for tonight.

Please reach out when it’s time to return her.”

Shawn gave a nod of affirmation. Ariana leaned down to scoop Adele into her embrace, and the child snuggled contentedly against her.

Upon arriving at Ariana’s residence, before Ariana could even announce her arrival, she heard the familiar voice of her son.

“Mommy, is that you?”

door swung open to unveil Melon’s radiant face. His eyes sparkled with delight at the sight of Adele, whom Ariana gently set

hand, thrilled

her eyes widening in surprise upon seeing Adele in

did she end up here? Has something happened

the door behind her, watching Melon excitedly introduce Adele

didn’t abandon her,” she began, gently guiding Sonia away

didn’t want to leave after our session today, so it was decided she’d stay with

Ariana relayed the day’s events, Sonia’s

moved closer to the couch, lightly patting Adele’s head, feeling an unexpected surge of warmth towards the

the aroma of something burning wafted

forget something

her

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