Britney Spears: Beyond Help?

After yet another public breakdown and a dramatic family reunion to match, Britney Spears has been reunited with mother Lynne, in what appears to be a last ditch effort to save the former pop-princess.

Accompanied by producer-pal Sam Lufti and Chad Hardcastle, the mother-and-daughter appeared at around 1:30 a.m, with Lynne driving Spears to Longs Drugs in Studio City.

The pair later surfaced – as did the paparazzi – carrying a mysterious brown bag.

The 26-year-old – who was awarded a minor custody victory on Monday – appeared less than impressed with the standard frenzy of flashing bulbs that stood before her.

Earlier on, Spears was involved in a heated row with producer-pal Sam Lutfi, which sparked another very public meltdown.

It’s believed that an argument erupted over her on/off relationship with paparazzo boy-toy, Adnan Ghalib - which later resulted in Spears fleeing a family reunion.

According to a U.S. publication, the Toxic singer “bolted from the mansion” and reunited with Ghalib – who was rejected from the pop-wreck’s estate earlier under specific instructions from Lufti.

Be sure to keep checking back for more on this developing story. In the meantime check out pictures of Britney and Lynne's late night adventure by clicking here!