Chapter 44

Adrienne rushed over to the bench where Renee sat, looking distressed. Her heart twinged at the sight of Renee in tears.

"Hey," Adrienne called softly, placing a comforting hand on Renee's shoulder. Renee's crying only seemed to intensify at the sound of her voice, and it worried Adrienne even more.

Adrienne's heart sank as Renee's tears flowed uncontrollably. She rushed over and gently placed a comforting hand on her shoulder.

"Hey," she called, trying to soothe Renee's distress. Renee glanced up, her tear-streaked face revealing her anguish.

"Hey, what's wrong? What happened?" Adrienne inquired, concern etched across her face.

Renee took a shaky breath, attempting to collect herself. "I was on a date earlier," she began, her voice choked with emotion.

"Okay, stop crying for a moment, take a deep breath," Adrienne advised. Renee followed her friend's instructions, gradually managing to calm down.

"Now, tell me, what happened? Did you guys break up? What did he say or do to you