Ariana burst into laughter, unable to contain herself. She marveled at the way Sonia's and Maxwell's personalities seemed to mesh, though she had no clue what Sonia was really thinking.

Standing by the curb, Maxwell stayed by Ariana's side.

Before long, Devin's car pulled up, and Ariana and Melon said goodbye to Maxwell.

Maxwell nodded in response, watching as Ariana and Melon got into the back seat.

As Devin started the car and drove off, a black sedan slid out from the shadows, following Devin's car.

Maxwell was about to get into his own car when he noticed the black car. His brow furrowed a bit as he noted the license plate-it was a local car from Eleymond. He figured it was probably just a coincidence; maybe they were heading the same way. Shrugging it off, he climbed into his car and drove away.

Seated in the front of the black vehicle, the stout man looked ahead at the car before him. He said, "What's our next move? It's impossible to act with other people always around that woman."

Silently, the driver with long hair changed lanes seamlessly, opting for a different route.

“What's going on? Why did we stop following them?" the stout man questioned, sitting up as he watched Ariana's vehicle vanishing down a different street.

“Continuing Like this will reveal our presence. We'll get her alone next time," the man with long hair said calmly, glancing at the fading car in the rearview mirror. "Relax; we have an entire month to wait for the perfect opportunity."

Meanwhile, Ariana was in her vehicle, unaware of being followed as she engaged with Melon.

Devin, with a serious demeanor behind the wheel, observed the suspicious lane change of the black car and felt uneasy instead of relieved.

His intuition told him that they were being followed, although he couldn't pinpoint the target of the pursuers.

Glancing at Ariana and Melon through the rearview mirror, he accelerated towards the Fredrick residence.

At the Fredrick estate, Ariana and Melon got some rest in the living room. Then, Ariana took Melon to shower.

Devin stayed close. After ensuring Ariana and Melon were safe in their room, he proceeded to the study.

Holden was engrossed in documents when Devin entered. Noticing Devin's troubled expression, Holden inquired, “What's bothering you, Devin?"

Devin replied, “While I was driving Miss Edwards home today, it felt like we were being tailed."

Devin elaborated, recounting his observations and doubts. "They switched lanes abruptly, likely aware that I had noticed them. I suspect they're professionals, but it's unclear whom they're targeting."

Holden listened attentively before instructing, "Focus on Ariana's safety. Ensure she's not left unaccompanied.”