"Don't worry. It's me," Holden reassured Ariana. Despite Ariana's initial struggle, Holden held her close, soothing her with kisses on her forehead, and whispered, "You're safe now. I'm here."

Hearing Holden's familiar voice, Ariana relaxed a bit, but tension still gripped her body. When she recognized Holden in front of her, she sighed with relief and melted into his embrace.

“I thought..." Ariana's voice trembled with fear. Clutching Holden's sleeve tightly, she said, "I sensed someone in the room. By the time I tried to escape, it was too late. They took me out the window, and I can't remember anything after that."

Holden held her close, comforting her. When Ariana finally calmed down, she asked, "If you're here, where are the kidnappers?"

As she spoke, a muffled whimpering and struggling sound came from above. Confused, Ariana tried to look up, but Holden gently covered her eyes. "It's okay. Don't look up," he whispered.