Ariana paused, caught off guard by the unexpected scene.

Having endured days filled with brutality and bloodshed, the sight of this innocent puppy nearly brought tears to Ariana's eyes.

The puppy's enthusiastic tail wagging melted Ariana's heart as it continued to greet her with unbridled joy. She approached and tenderly stroked the puppy's head.

Affectionately, the puppy nuzzled her palm before eagerly snuggling into her embrace.

While she cradled the puppy tenderly, Ariana was abruptly startled by the sound of Bennett's voice.