A week after the arrival of the orphanage officials, the long-awaited decision finally came. Fortunately for Ariana, two days after being admitted to the hospital, she was allowed to go home. So, when the foundation representatives came to hand over the adoption confirmation documents, she appeared healthy, as if she didn't have any illness at all.

"It's good to see you well, Mrs. Gerald," Mrs. Sri said with her usual smile.

"I'm healthy, very healthy," Ariana replied, full of gratitude. She ...