“Okay, I'll bring Adele with me for tonight.

Please reach out when it's time to return her."

Shawn gave a nod of affirmation. Ariana leaned down to scoop Adele into her embrace, and the child snuggled contentedly against her.

Upon arriving at Ariana's residence, before Ariana could even announce her arrival, she heard the familiar voice of her son.

"Mommy, is that you?"