He had noticed Ariana's recent absent-mindedness and now, hearing the mysterious voice, suspicion loomed Like a shadow in his mind.

Despite his trust in Ariana, a wave of anxiety urged him to barge in and confront the perceived betrayal.

Just as he was about to push open the slightly ajar door, Ariana's distressed wail halted him in his tracks.

“Why is this so difficult?"

Difficult?