Chapter 72

"Uh... Adrienne, what are... what are you doing here?" he stammered, feeling a mix of surprise and panic.

Adrienne hesitated when she noticed Anabelle standing beside Ryan. A sharp pain pierced her chest, though she couldn't understand why she felt that way.

"I forgot my phone. I came to get it, it should be in the kitchen."

"Nah, it's here with me. I was actually planning to swing by your office and drop it off," Ryan replied.

Adrienne's smile faltered, an awkward expression taking its place. She tried to mask her disappointment.

"Hi," Adrienne greeted Anabelle, her curiosity piqued, and she couldn't help but wonder who she was.

Anabelle wanted to talk, but Ryan swiftly interrupted, his voice becoming stern.

"Keep quiet. She didn't ask you anything."

Adrienne felt a pang of frustration rise within her at Ryan's dismissive tone. She wanted to know who that woman was, but she couldn't risk appearing suspicious.

"Let's go, dear," Ryan said cordially to Adrienne, trying to glos