There was a hint of distress in his eyes as he attempted to speak, but before he could continue explaining, the door to the testing room swung open. A police officer called out, "Tom Rivas, come over for the drug test."

Upon witnessing Tom's apprehension, Ariana sought to reassure him, her words carrying a weight of trust, “It's okay, Tom. Go for the drug test. I believe in you. Don't be afraid. We'll handle this together. I'll be waiting for you outside.”

Touched by Ariana's unwavering faith, Tom nodded in agreement and stepped into the testing room.

As she waited outside, a deep sense of certainty enveloped Ariana.

Tom's demeanor and appearance didn't align with that of a drug user but rather someone wrongfully accused and frustrated. Additionally, an unsettling intuition told her that something was amiss about this situation.