Chapter 1817

Why arent you sleeping? Holden asked gently.

I was, but my phone buzzed with spam messages, waking me up.

I was just about to silence it, Ariana lied, carefully crafting her words.

Im feeling drowsy now, ready to slip back into sleep.

Youve been burning the candle at both ends with all your work.

Dont worry about me; Im fine here.

If I need anything, Ill just ring the bell for the nurse.

As soon as Ariana finished, she gently nudged Holden away, signaling him to get back to his duties.

However, Holden didnt leave.

He lowered his head and planted soft kisses on her hair, her eyelids, and her lips.

He said, I know youre missing Melon.

Its okay to cry when the sadness hits.

You dont have to put on a brave face for me.

Arianas eyes brimmed with tears when she heard Holdens gentle words. Even though she knew Holden had seen through her, she clung desperately to her facade, burying her face against his chest.

such

even as she spoke, her resolve crumbled,

tightened

Yes, you are right.

You are fine.

Im sorry.

Please dont cry.

that why you cant sleep? I could have someone bring you

for you?

No need for that.

Im not hungry.

go back to

Ariana urged Holden again and again to leave, Holden still held

last line of defense,

looking at

miss him

Im sorry, Holden.

busy you are and how exhausted you

didnt mean to be so fragile, but I…

worried

I miss him terribly.

guilt that I havent been able

nothing to be sorry for,

anyone should apologize,

him for not living

the beginning, he had believed in Arianas act,

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