Chapter 25

"You were out with Ryan last night?" Daniel asked Adrienne, his eyebrows raised in surprise.

"Yeah, why?" Adrienne asked, her tone defensive.

"Some people took pictures of you guys and now it's all over these tabloids. There's an article here that says 'Business Mogul spotted with cosmetic magnate enjoying what seemed like a romantic dinner getaway,' and another that says 'Beauty tycoons caught on a date, sparks dating rumors.' This paparazzi!" Daniel exclaimed, frustration evident in his voice.

"Caught? Were we hiding? Tch! They can say whatever they want, it's not like I care," Adrienne dismissed with a wave of her hand, trying to remain composed.

"Put that away. Have you picked a place you'll go for your one week's leave?" Adrienne asked Daniel, changing the subject.

"Um...my house?" Daniel hesitated.

"Your house? Seriously? It's your first break in months, even years, and you're spending it at home. Ah! You're such a weirdo," Adrienne teased, a playful smile on her face.

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