CHAPTER 227

ARIA’S POV

Returning to the rock climbing spot feels like a breath of fresh air. This time, Adam is nowhere in sight, and I can fully immerse myself in the climb. The last time he appeared before us, I knew maybe he would have thought that now I was dating Ethan and stuff like that would come to his mind.

“Hi, Aria.”

“Adam?”

“I didn’t know you were here. I just saw you and thought I would come to say hi.”

First of all, I was shocked to see him. I had no idea how he landed here, while I do know that he also had.s an interest in rock climbing. When I was in love with him, I had wished we could go together, but the barrier between us was too thick.

Thankfully, we had just greeted each other and chatted over the thrill of the experience and nothing else. Then Adam had left.

Today, the rugged terrain, the challenge of each ascent, and the exhilaration of reaching new heights consume me. Ethan is by my side, his presence comforting and encouraging. Without the awkwardness of Adam’s unexpect