Philip hadn't been in touch with Ariel since she'd called the engagement off. He knew that Ariel needed time to deal with it, so he was giving her space.

When he heard Katie mention Ariel, he was a little anxious. He asked urgently, "How is Ariel?"

"She's not doing well." Katie sighed.

"You know how important Stephen was to Ariel. Calling off the marriage this time was a huge blow to her. I only found out about this recently from her manager. Ariel has depression. She's treating it with medication."

Philip felt extremely sorry. "W—why didn't she tell me?"

Katie choked up a little. "You know what Ariel is like. She bottles things up, which is why she ended up like this."

"Ariel, that silly child!" Philip said anxiously, "I wanted to stand up for her, but she gave it up on her own. What can I do? Look at her now …"

Philip looked at Katie once more, but no longer in disdain.

"You're Ariel's friend. Please take good care of her. If you can, ask her if she's willing to come and see