She suddenly felt like she was a fool. She had been waiting for Theodore to leave the house for so long, but it turned out he had left for the hospital with Helen early in the morning.

She had promised herself to not feel sad anymore, but the feeling of disappointment had consumed her. She sat on the sofa, sulking in despair for a long time. She didn't leave until the sound of silence took over the garden.

March's rising temperature had gone unnoticed until Ariana stepped into the taxi, feeling a layer of sweat on her forehead. She was unsure if it was due to the weather or her anxiety.

Finally, she successfully evaded Judy's prying eyes and left the Anderson family's mansion with her belongings. Before heading to her office, she put her luggage in her rented apartment.

Sarah was lounging in the office chair, humming the melody of her latest song.