Holden brought her a bowl of noodles with some bits of meat, a real treat she hadn't tasted in days.

As she ate, tears started to roll down her cheeks.

She was overcome by how much Holden had risked to save her, venturing into a place where getting caught meant death.

It had been five years since she had left Theodore, and she realized the depth of their bond. They were ready to face whatever came their way together.

Ariana vowed to stay with Holden no matter what after they made it back safely. Being away from him had shown her just how deep her feelings for him ran.