Sonia chimed in playfully, “Dr. Chadwick was quite on edge. Upon hearing about your condition, he rushed over, still clad in his lab coat. Those hospital interns were so daunted to see him that they maintained impeccable posture throughout.”

The presence of Ariana’s awakened form instantly brightened the atmosphere.

Following a round of jests, Rodney shifted the conversation to more serious matters.

“The two human traffickers have been apprehended, and both children are now safe and having a rest.”

Relieved, Ariana inquired about her rescuer.

“Who saved me?”

reported that

more than a hallucination. A wry smile touched her lips; the depth of her

exchange, the group departed, leaving Ariana in

her, and she soon drifted into

eased open, and Holden quietly entered. He took his place

of activity beckoned Holden to investigate. Stepping into the corridor,

if Holden might be one of Ariana’s acquaintances. Extending a tentative introduction, he said, “Hi, I’m Remy. I came to inquire about Ariana and express my heartfelt gratitude.

can come back later,” replied Holden, subtly signaling

Holden and nodded, choosing to leave

Ariana within the hospital room, Holden’s plans abruptly shifted when he received a photo on his phone. It was a meticulously restored image sent by the technical department, the same one Sadie

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