Chapter 149 Lingering Words

• Ariana's POV:
• I stayed with Yoana until she finally drifted off to sleep, her breathing steady and peaceful. Only then did I feel comfortable enough to leave.
• By the time I stepped outside, the night had deepened, and a relentless storm had taken hold of the city. Sheets of rain lashed against my windshield, and even with the wipers working at full speed, visibility remained poor. I drove cautiously, hugging the side of the road to avoid any accidents.