After that, she glanced at the clock and noticed the late hour. With a slight frown of concern, she decided to check on Ariana.

It was unusual for Ariana to still be asleep this late. Had something gone wrong?

Feeling worried, Jennifer opened Ariana's door without hesitation and called her name twice.

Receiving no response, she approached the bed and gently nudged Ariana, only to recoil at the heat emanating from Ariana's body.

Startled, Jennifer urgently called out, "Ariana!"