Simultaneously, Sonia rushed in, clearly having hurried over from work, carrying various photography equipment, and panting as she inquired, “What's so urgent?"

Sarah had them both take their seats, her expression unwaveringly serious throughout. She addressed them with a solemn tone, “You need to be mentally prepared."

Throughout the journey to the meeting, Ariana's mind had been a whirlwind of thoughts. Now, her nervousness and anxiety were evident as she nodded, awaiting Sarah's further explanation.

Sonia had responded to Sarah's request to meet without hesitation, arriving promptly without asking for details. Perplexed, she gazed at Sarah and asked, “What's going on? Is there some surprising news?"

Sarah chose not to answer verbally, instead retrieving her phone and displaying a photo to the two of them.