As the reporters relentlessly pursued her, anger and frustration welled within Ariana. Yet, she understood that defying them in this manner wouldn't provide a solution. As she contemplated a strategic retreat, a jarring car horn blared.

The crowd turned as one, watching the car hurtling toward them without any intention of stopping!

Fear gripped the people surrounding Ariana, scattering them in a panic.

Pressed against the door, Ariana braced herself. Simultaneously, a flicker of hope ignited within her, longing for it to be Theodore who swooped in to rescue her.

The car screeched to a halt right before Ariana.