"No, this can't be! It just can't be..." Ariana mumbled under her breath, mostly trying to convince herself.

At that moment, Ariana's phone chimed, jolting her out of her swirling thoughts. She composed herself and picked up the call, her hand trembling slightly. It was Sonia.

Sonia's voice came through, somber and direct. "Remember I told you about Holden and Sadie's wedding today?"

At the mere mention of Holden's name, Ariana's suppressed her suspicion. Struggling to maintain composure in her voice, she said, “Yes. Has something gone wrong?"

Sonia took a noticeable pause, audibly inhaling deeply before continuing deliberately, "Well... Holden's wedding is making headlines.