Once more, Adele lowered her head. After a protracted pause, she whispered the word “Aria.”

In that instant, Holden’s heart swelled with warmth. He had observed the depth of Adele’s reliance on and affection for Ariana, particularly in light of the progress Adele had made in speech, a testament to Ariana’s devoted efforts.

He settled Adele onto the sofa, his words a gentle murmur.

“But it’s rather late now, and Aria may already be asleep.”

He had departed during Ariana’s peaceful repose, fully aware of her need for rest due to her injury.

Holden couldn’t help but recall Ariana’s appearance at the hospital, evoking a tangle of emotions.

cast her gaze downward, toying with her own fingers. After a while, she raised her hopeful eyes

“Aria, miss.”

to resist her request. Denial was out of the question. He sought to console her,

slight nod, her eyes sparkling with anticipation as she fixed

secondary work phone to reach out to Ariana. He presumed she would be at the hospital, Likely in repose, and might not

astonishment, after a couple of rings, Ariana picked

voice from the other end. Holden momentarily faltered,

the call perplexing, her gaze fixed on the unfamiliar

recognition, and the call did not possess the characteristics

If you remain silent, I’ll

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