CHAPTER 232

ADAM’S POV

I see Aria at the party, and I’m taken aback by her presence. She looks ethereal in that emerald suit, every detail enhancing her natural elegance. The tailored jacket fits her perfectly, highlighting her poised demeanor, while the high-waisted trousers elongate her silhouette with effortless grace. I had sent a car to pick her up, but it seems she had other plans. Seeing her here on her own, I can't help but feel a swell of pride. My girl wouldn't admit defeat so easily.

But my pride quickly turns to jealousy when I notice the guy from the rock climbing standing beside her. The way he leans in close, his attention fully on her, ignites a pang of possessiveness in me. I thought we had an unspoken understanding, but now I’m questioning everything. The scene stirs a storm of emotions, blending pride, jealousy, yet determination to reclaim my place by her side.

My mind races with conflicting emotions. I’m consumed by a mix of protectiveness and dread. I can’t let this stranger