Chapter 24

Adrienne shifted uncomfortably in her seat. "Okay, yeah, you've caught me. I actually own this restaurant," she confessed, her voice tinged with a mix of vulnerability and excitement.

"Oh really? That's incredible. When did you open?" Ryan asked with genuine enthusiasm.

"We opened about a month ago," Adrienne replied, a proud smile illuminating her face.

"That's impressive. But why did you decide to open a restaurant?" Ryan inquired, his eyes locked on Adrienne, eager for her response.

Adrienne took a moment, savoring the opportunity to share her passion.

"I love food, Ryan. I'm unabashedly a foodie. Throughout my life, I've always carried a genuine passion for both food and hospitality. Opening a restaurant has been one of my lifelong dreams.

I wanted to create a space where people could come together and truly enjoy a unique dining experience. It's about creating cherished memories and bringing people closer through the joy of good food," she explained, her voice radiating with her