Suddenly, a growling noise interrupted her thoughts. Assuming it was her stomach, she quickly finished her bread.

But then, another growl echoed, louder this time. She realized it wasn't her stomach but Bennett's.

She turned to see Bennett's head hanging low, his messy hair covering his face, creating the appearance that he was asleep.

However, Ariana was not deceived. She knew he was too cautious to sleep under such circumstances, likely scheming something in his mind.

Nevertheless, he had gone a whole day and night without food or water. He must have been exhausted.