Her musings were interrupted by the buzz of her phone.

Seeing two missed calls from Sarah’s assistant, she promptly answered the third.

“Ariana, I hope you got home safely?” the assistant began.

“Yes, I’m here. Can you fill me in on last night? I can’t remember much,” Ariana responded, her voice tinged with anxiety.

The assistant recounted the evening’s events, explaining how Ariana, in her drunken state, had willingly jumped into Holden’s car. However, it was Holden who had generously offered to ensure she got home safely.

As the assistant described how Ariana had darted towards Holden’s vehicle, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment. She was horrified by her actions, which she now saw in a different light.

Listening further, Ariana realized the magnitude of her actions from the night before.

The regret deepened, knowing she shouldn’t have consumed so much alcohol.

Once the call ended, she turned to Melon, attempting a casual tone.

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tell me about last night after

events, Ariana’s face

one thing, but her antics in the house, especially in front of her child,

previous night, Melon took a bite of his bread,

“This bread’s too hard.”

on the peculiar-looking food. It reminded her of the bunny-shaped cupcakes Holden made for his

did he leave?” she

ago.

second thought, Ariana darted outside, only catching a

and curiosity welled up. She had hoped to express her thanks

she stood there, another face popped into

interactions with Holden. Even if she did want to delve deeper into their uncanny resemblance, what purpose would it serve?

might not have a high opinion of Sadie, but Ariana was principled enough to know she shouldn’t meddle in

was interrupted by

here?” Turning, she saw Mitchel, a gift box in

brings you here? Please, come in,”

exchange with

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