On the other end of the line, Holden expressed gentle concern, feigning ignorance, and inquired, “How did you sustain your injury?

Who did it?”

Ariana provided a succinct and matter-of-fact account, addressing each question with precision.

Nevertheless, the person on the other end of the line remained steadfast in his role as a concerned husband, causing Ariana’s cheeks to flush with embarrassment and shyness.

Noticing Ariana’s blushing countenance, Melon grew immediately concerned and urgently asked, “Mommy, why are you blushing? Are you running a fever? Should I call the doctor?”

For a protracted, uneasy moment, Holden, on the opposite end of the phone, lapsed into silence, a pause that Ariana also endured.

crimson, her inner turmoil palpable. How could Melon lay bare her vulnerabilities in

Ariana engaged in a few

the night. We’ll chat again soon!” Without waiting for a response, she swiftly ended

as if it had scalded her, cradling her head in her hands. Her silent scream resonated with

‘s L I B

resist cooling while that voice, eerily reminiscent of Theodore’s, was still

on the television, only

were sleepy? Why are you watching

boy roughly, she sank her teeth into his soft, pale cheek in a vicious

starting this very moment!”

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