Despite her lingering frustration with Holden’s unpredictable nature, Sonia couldn’t deny the undeniable bond the three shared. As she watched from outside, their unity resembled a family, and her heart felt warm.
With a mix of emotions, Sonia’s eyes welled up.
Rather than disrupting the intimate scene, she chose to communicate her departure discreetly. She sent a message to Ariana, explaining an urgent matter that required her immediate attention, and quietly left.
After the birthday jubilation subsided, the room brightened as the staff flicked on the lights, presenting a sumptuously wrapped cake.
Clutching a Polaroid camera, they grinned from ear to ear, remarking, “You guys are the epitome of a good-looking family! Can I snap a picture?”
Ariana, fond of Adele but mindful of her own identity, coughed awkwardly. To her, it felt like a tad far-fetched to be in a family photo with Holden and Adele.
Just as Ariana prepared to explain herself, she caught Adele’s waiting gaze. Speechless, she found herself at a dilemma.
If she didn’t agree to join the photo, Adele would certainly feel bad, which was her last desire.
In a sudden turn of events, Holden chimed in, “Sure, let’s take the photo.”
Observing Holden’s lack of explanation, Ariana followed suit and took a posture holding Adele’s hand, letting the staff capture the familial moment.
Standing on either side of Adele, Holden and Ariana both held Adele’s hands and looked toward the camera. Adele, with traces of cream remnants on her cheeks, looked at the camera with infectious joy.
“Okay, one, two, three!” The Polaroid camera was raised by the staff and pointed at them. Adele smiled pleasantly, and dimples formed at the corners of her Lips.
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As Ariana marveled at Adele’s radiant smile in the photograph, she couldn’t contain her enthusiasm. “This is the first time I’ve seen Adele smiling so brightly.”
Holding the photo, Ariana experienced an overwhelming joy.
Could this emotional rollercoaster signify an improvement in Adele’s condition?
Overwhelmed by genuine happiness, Ariana thought about how Adele’s condition finally had hope and turned to Holden, exclaiming, “Look, this suggests there’s a real chance for Adele’s condition to get better. It’s truly wonderful!”
Holden, looking happy, responded with a smile, “Seeing Adele so happy, it’s the first time for me, too! It’s all thanks to you; her condition started changing after you came into her life.”
Slightly embarrassed by the compliments, Ariana gently touched Adele’s head, meeting Holden’s eyes. A sudden realization hit her, and she slapped her forehead. “Ah!” She winced in pain, having forgotten about the wound on her head.
Concerned, Holden checked her wound immediately, relieved to find it unharmed. Frowning, he asked, “What got you so excited?”