Arianna was silent the entire ride home, and Pierce could hardly blame her. He desperately wanted to know what was running through her mind, but Arianna had completely shut down after their unfortunate discovery. Pierce packed as much as he could for her as quickly as possible. They left after speaking with property management and providing Arianna's information from her renter's insurance. The couple made a quick pitstop at the mall to replace Arianna's undergarments and anything else she might need. Pierce was adamant that Arianna was not to return to her apartment under any circumstance for the time being. Arianna was so shaken up that she eagerly agreed.

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