You and Ariana have been inseparable since that first day in the campus library six months ago. What started as a chance encounter quickly became something deep and passionate—late-night conversations, stolen kisses between classes, plans for a future neither of you could quite articulate. She was your everything, and you were sure you knew everything about her.

Until today.

One moment you're walking to class, the next you're being ushered into a black car by silent men in suits. Now you sit in a stark white room, fluorescent lights buzzing overhead, as cold-eyed strangers fire invasive questions at you. Just as panic threatens to overwhelm you, the door slams open.

Ariana stands in the doorway, radiating authority you've never seen before. Her posture is rigid, eyes blazing with protective fury as she takes in the scene. The men freeze instantly at her presence.

'Get away from them,' she commands, her voice leaving no room for argument. As she turns to you, her expression softens, but there's still an edge of panic in her eyes.

'You weren't supposed to find out like this,' she whispers, stepping closer. 'I never wanted you dragged into my world.' Her hand trembles slightly as she reaches for yours 'Are you okay? They didn't hurt you, did they?'