Sarahâs decision to end her relationship with Aziel left Ariana torn between anger and sympathy.
She empathized with Sarahâs pain but couldnât help feeling sorry for Aziel as well, seeing him as a somewhat pitiable figure.
Aziel, seemingly oblivious to the reason behind the breakup, was caught off guard and dumped unexpectedly.
Yet, Ariana sensed his genuine affection for Sarah, which made the situation even more complex.
Seeking to console Sarah, Ariana spoke with heartfelt conviction.
âAge is just a number, my dear.
Whether youâre thirty or forty, you remain the epitome of beauty in my eyes.
I refuse to believe that Aziel would let go of you for such a reason.
Hasnât he already taken into account the difference in years between you? Doesnât he know about your past and the experiences that have shaped you? If he truly minded, he wouldnât have been with you in the first place.
Aziel isnât an immature soul.
I bet being in a relationship with you was a carefully weighed decision for him.
Perhaps these concerns donât even register in his heart.
â
Sarah wiped away a tear, finding solace in Arianaâs words but still enveloped in a somber cloud.
âAziel only saw me as a revered idol he had admired for years.
Like any other fan, he only beheld my glamorous facade.
But now, being with me in my current state, he will eventually regret it.
In that case, itâs better to end it sooner!â
Ariana perceived Sarahâs tendency to overthink, understanding the significant impact of that nightâs events on her life and work.
Urgently, she continued to persuade, âThis situation is not sustainable.
I implore you to seek the guidance of a therapist.
â
Prioritizing the aftermath of the trauma was of utmost importance, as it had left an indelible mark on Sarahâs life.
Sarah hesitated and showed resistance to the idea of seeking professional help.
Understanding Sarahâs hesitation, Ariana reassured her, âThereâs no shame in it, my dear.
Remember when you took Alina for therapy? You told me it had a positive impact, and Alinaâs condition improved.
You see, thereâs nothing daunting about visiting a therapist.
In todayâs society, everyone grapples with their own set of problems to varying degrees, and itâs perfectly alright.
â
Arianaâs tone lightened as she emphasized that seeing a therapist wasnât a monumental ordeal.
Mentioning Alina finally elicited a change in Sarahâs expression.
A smile graced her face as she summoned the courage within herself.
For Alinaâs sake, Sarah couldnât allow herself to languish any Longer!
Agreeing with a nod, Sarah looked at Ariana.
Ariana, relieved by Sarahâs assent, grabbed her hand excitedly.
âFantastic, letâs schedule an appointment with a therapist for tomorrow.
Iâll tag along with you!â
Sarah nodded and added, âBy the way, you mentioned Alina earlier, and it just struck me.
Didnât we promise to treat Dr.
Chadwick to a meal? We kept postponing it due to your hospitalization.
â
They had originally intended to express their gratitude to Mitchel together, but Sarah hadnât mentioned it earlier out of consideration for Arianaâs hospital stay.
After a moment of contemplation, Ariana realized the significant support she had received from Mitchel and understood the need to show her appreciation.
âIâll reach out to Dr.
Chadwick and inquire if heâs available for dinner tomorrow night.
We can express our gratitude then.
â
Considering the inconvenience of making a phone call, Ariana opted to send a direct message to Mitchel, extending the invitation for dinner.
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Surprisingly, she received an immediate response from him, accepting the invitation with graciousness.
Ariana had taken the initiative to ensure Sarahâs therapy session, and together they ventured to the therapistâs den the following afternoon.
While Sarah continued with her therapy session, Ariana found herself waiting outside, battling the boredom that loomed over her.
In an attempt to quell her restlessness, she took out her phone and checked for updates on the cast.
But soon enough, her curiosity steered her toward a quest for knowledge about medications, hoping to stumble upon any semblance to the mysterious drug Theodore had been taking.
After a mere hour had passed, Sarah emerged from her session, her countenance visibly brighter.
The therapy was gradually leaving its mark!
âHow does your spirit feel now? Are we making progress?â Ariana, donning a smile, greeted her.