Catching Devin’s sudden unease, Holden regarded him with a quizzical look.
“Is something wrong, Devin?”
Quick to mask his worry, Devin replied, “No, I just came here in haste. Nothing more.”
Relieved to see Holden remained unaware, Devin regained his composure.
“Sir, there’s an urgent matter in Mistlyn requiring your personal attention. We should set out for Mistlyn at once.”
Normally, Holden would have prioritized company affairs and left immediately. But a glance at Ariana’s inert form made him pause.
After a contemplative silence, he instructed Shawn with a subdued tone, “Stay and watch over her.”
Caught off guard by this unexpected directive, as he had intended to travel with Holden, Shawn surmised how deeply Holden was involved in Ariana’s well-being.
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Maintaining his professionalism, Shawn queried, “Do we proceed with Adele’s therapy in your absence, or await your return?”
“Why delay?” Holden replied with conviction.
“Having gone through Ariana’s records, I’m confident in her capabilities. And given the bond Adele has already established with her, it’s an avenue of treatment we must explore.”
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Acknowledging this, Shawn voiced his main apprehension.
“But there’s Miss Pierre. Their previous encounters were far from amicable.
Another confrontation could distress Adele.”
Mulling over Sadie’s potential to cause upheaval, Holden rubbed his temples. He looked at Adele’s peaceful countenance and softly brushed her hair back.
Turning to Shawn, determination clear in his eyes, he said, “Adele’s well-being is paramount. Ensure Ariana and Sadie don’t cross paths.
During my absence, extend full cooperation to Ariana concerning therapy.”
Holden meticulously listed out instructions, emphasizing Adele’s daily habits and routines. His care for every nuance regarding Adele was evident.
After passing on his directives to Shawn, he departed with Devin.
Shawn stayed behind, vigilantly watching over Adele and anticipating Ariana’s return to consciousness. In between, he mulled over the responsibilities Holden entrusted to him.
As he paced the room, a particular challenge preoccupied his thoughts:
Miss Pierre’s frequent visits. Even in Mr. Fredrick’s absence, she seemed to always be around. With Ariana in the picture, the likelihood of their paths crossing was high.
An inspired solution suddenly dawned on Shawn.