Chapter 1721: Chapter 1731

Ariana felt as if she were wrapped in a dream, her unexpected revival filling her with a sense of wonder.

Gratitude and relief intertwined within her as she looked up at Holden, her eyes glistening.

“You must have been terrified.

”

Holden’s eyes softened at her words, a mixture of relief and lingering fear flickering in his gaze.

He lowered his head, his voice tinged with a quiet vulnerability.

“Terrified doesn’t even begin to describe it.

I was only gone for a moment, just to get you something to eat.

When I came back and saw you like that… I thought I had lost you forever.

”

Ariana’s heart ached at the pain in his voice.

“I’m so sorry,” she murmured, reaching out to hug him.

Holden didn’t hesitate.

He slid onto the bed beside her, wrapping his arms around her.

“No apologies, Ariana,” he whispered, his voice raw with emotion.

“ALL I want is for you to be safe.

Promise me you won’t leave me like that again.

”

Ariana’s eyes filled with tears at his words.

She tightened her embrace, her voice thick with emotion.

“I promise.

”

In the stillness of the ward, they clung to each other, whispering words of love and reassurance.

The warmth of Holden’s arms around Ariana banished every last trace of fear and uncertainty she had.

She felt truly safe, her heart swelling with love and happiness.

Time slipped by, unnoticed, as they held each other.

Eventually, Ariana’s stomach reminded her of the time she had spent unconscious, sustained only by the fluids.

She reluctantly pulled back, looking up at Holden with a small, apologetic smile.

“Holden, I’m starving.

Could you make me something to eat?”

She couldn’t help but think of the fact that she hadn’t had the time to enjoy the dish he had made last time…

But as she made the request, she saw a flicker of hesitation in Holden’s eyes.

His grip on her tightened slightly, and she could feel the lingering fear that had rooted itself in his heart-he feared he might return only to see her dead if he left.

“I refuse to leave your side until you’ve fully recovered,” Holden asserted, his voice a gentle but firm promise.

Ariana stroked her flat abdomen.

“But I’m famished,” she said.

Procuring food was an easy matter.

Holden immediately called his subordinates to fetch some food for Ariana.

As they waited for the food, Holden suddenly thought of something.

He made a call in front of Ariana again.

The call connected quickly, and Holden didn’t waste time with formalities.

“Devin, have Melon and Adele drifted off to sleep? If they’re still awake, bring them to the hospital.

”

After ending the call, Holden placed the phone aside, his focus returning entirely to Ariana.

He continued to embrace her.

Ariana looked up at him, her eyes sparkling with gratitude and affection.

“How did you know I wanted to see the children?” she asked, her voice soft, a gentle smile curving her Lips.

Holden chuckled, closing his eyes as he rested.

“How could I not?” he replied.

“I know you well.

”

Ariana’s smile deepened.

Before long, someone arrived with a tray of food, placing it carefully on the small table beside the bed.

Holden moved to feed Ariana, but just as he lifted the spoon to her lips, a series of knocks sounded at the door.

Holden and Ariana both turned their heads.

Devin walked in, holding the hands of Melon and Adele.

Melon and Adele were dressed in the most adorable pajamas-one resembling a tiny dinosaur, the other a fluffy rabbit.

Ariana’s heart melted when she saw them.