“Mommy, are you okay?" Melon took hold of her arm, showing his concern.

Holden also looked at her with worry and said in a gentle voice, "Did you hurt yourself?"

"I... I'm fine." Ariana's embarrassment made her words stumble. She was trying to stand up by herself when Holden quickly lifted her, placing her on the bed.

"I'm really okay," Ariana explained, yet she couldn't bring herself to meet Holden's eyes, feeling embarrassed and uneasy.

Then, Holden saw the numerous mosquito bites on Ariana and frowned in concern. He asked, “Where were you working late? Why do you have so many mosquito bites on your body?"