On impulse, Holden opened his social media app and saw Arianaâs latest update.
The picture showed Mitchel and Melon together, with Melon clinging to Mitchel like they had known each other forever.
Reading the caption, Holdenâs mood soured further.
It was like swallowing a bitter pill, the discomfort swelling in him.
The scene from the parking garage last time, with Ariana, Mitchel, and Melon, made his discomfort grow.
What was going on between them?
And why was Mitchel in Arianaâs social media feed?
Realizing Mitchellâs presence at Arianaâs set, Holdenâs jealousy ignited.
Mitchel had treated her to afternoon tea.
Seeing the flurry of comments speculating about Arianaâs possible new relationship further fueled his resentment.
With a growl of frustration, Holden threw his phone onto the desk, causing it to resonate with a resounding thud.
He snapped, âShawn!â
Meanwhile, Ariana was catching up with Mitchel and her crew, relishing in the delightful snacks.
Glancing at her phone, she was startled by the sudden surge of notifications.
Fans and followers had begun to speculate wildly.
âSeems Ariana has moved on! Congrats to the new couple!â
âThey look so right together.
â
A flurry of similar comments followed.
Ariana, upon reviewing her recent upload, realized the unintentional implications.
The image displayed Mitchel and Melon in a candid moment.
The scene could easily be misinterpreted.
Alarmed by the rapid spread of rumors, Ariana deleted the post.
She considered posting a clarification, emphasizing that the âheartwarming giftâ
referred to the catering cart from Melon.
However, before she could take any action, an opulent parade of self-
catering trucks, boasting Michelin-starred delicacies, entered the set.
The crewâs astonishment was palpable.
âWhoâs behind this? We didnât arrange for this.
Itâs so lavish!â
A representative stepped forward, grinning.
âThese are compliments from a certain gentleman, a special gift for Miss Ariana Edwards.
â
Everyone turned to Ariana, eyes wide with surprise, and even Ariana was taken aback.
She turned to the person in charge.
âWhoâs behind this?â