CHAPTER 345

ARIA’S POV

After my family members leave, I'm left alone in a separate bedroom. The room itself is comfortable, but the situation feels strange. It’s not what I expected, especially given that Adam and I are supposed to be newlyweds.

The idea of being in separate bedrooms, even after just leaving the hospital, seems odd. My mind begins to churn—why would we sleep separately if we were on our honeymoon? Shouldn't we be closer, especially after everything we've been through?

But then, I think back to the conversations with Adam and the way he's been treating me with such care and respect. It dawns on me that perhaps he thinks I’m still not ready for that level of intimacy, given my condition.

While I appreciate his consideration, I can't help but feel a bit taken aback by the distance. It’s as if a subtle barrier exists between us, one that neither of us is sure how to cross just yet. Maybe he's giving me the space I need to heal, both physically and emotionally. Still, I’m left wonderi