Chapter 76

"Hey... How are you? What brings you here?" Ryan said, his surprise evident as he locked eyes with Adrienne standing before him.

Adrienne exhaled deeply and embraced Ryan, seeking solace in his comforting arms. He reciprocated, tenderly stroking her back.

"Is something wrong?" Ryan questioned softly, his hand soothingly patting her back.

Looking up at him, Adrienne clutched both sides of his shirt, her expression wrought with emotion. She shook her head, conveying her answer without words.

"You seem on the verge of tears. What happened?"

"I can't believe I almost cheated on him," Adrienne murmured to herself, her gaze fixed on Ryan's profound eyes.

"I missed you so much, and I had an overwhelming need to see you," Adrienne confessed, her vulnerability exposed.

Ryan smiled warmly, his lips descending upon Adrienne's in a tender, lingering kiss. They embraced once more, finding solace in each other's arms.

"Were you busy? Did I interrupt something important?" Adrienne questioned