Dwelling on the past had to stop. After hastily finishing her shower, she adorned herself in a crisp suit, then departed with Melon for the BRD Group’s building.

Upon parking, Melon eagerly hopped out and stared up at the towering skyscraper, his neck craning back excitedly until he nearly lost balance.

“Wow, it’s so tall!”

Ariana smiled affectionately, steadying the boy while patting his head. Taking his small hand in hers, she cautioned, “Remember not to run off later. Stay right by me.”

Melon obediently nodded as they entered the sleek lobby.

of Ariana’s first anxious interview here years ago, though it now felt

they ventured further inside,

unpleasant events had entirely soured Ariana’s opinion

dragging her view of Holden

her last visit, and she hoped to avoid him today as well.

Ariana had no intention of apologizing to Sadie, the prospect of running into

then, a small crew waving equipment flagged Ariana

for the interview today,” they chimed, a prearranged

workplace and greeted them warmly, while Melon piped up, “Hello

They gathered around, engaging in a lively chat with

was set to interview, Simms Riley, already present

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