All Chapters of Heiress's Haunted Heart: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

The weight of it all became too much, and Adrienne couldn't contain her frustration any longer. "Life!!!" she yelled into the air, a mixture of anger and sorrow escaping her lips.After about thirty minutes, when she was sure that John must have left, she wiped away her tears and composed herself. With newfound determination, she made her way back into the house, seeking solace in the familiarity of her room. It was time to regroup, to gather her strength, and to continue fighting for the life she deserved. Adrienne played soft, melancholic music as she sat cross-legged on the floor. The heaviness of her sadness hung thick in the air, tangible and palpable to anyone who entered the room. The mournful melody flowed from the speakers, diffusing through the space and tugging at the strings of her heart.With each passing note, the music coursed through Adrienne's veins, igniting a fire within her. Gradually, the slow rhythm stirred dormant emotions, coaxing her to respond. A small, tenta

Adrienne shifted uncomfortably in her seat. "Okay, yeah, you've caught me. I actually own this restaurant," she confessed, her voice tinged with a mix of vulnerability and excitement."Oh really? That's incredible. When did you open?" Ryan asked with genuine enthusiasm."We opened about a month ago," Adrienne replied, a proud smile illuminating her face."That's impressive. But why did you decide to open a restaurant?" Ryan inquired, his eyes locked on Adrienne, eager for her response.Adrienne took a moment, savoring the opportunity to share her passion. "I love food, Ryan. I'm unabashedly a foodie. Throughout my life, I've always carried a genuine passion for both food and hospitality. Opening a restaurant has been one of my lifelong dreams. I wanted to create a space where people could come together and truly enjoy a unique dining experience. It's about creating cherished memories and bringing people closer through the joy of good food," she explained, her voice radiating with her

Ryan sat at his desk in his office, the chaos of his father's phone call still ringing in his ears. As always, his dad had launched into an unending rant, fueled by his disapproval over the recently published article. Ryan's heart sank at the thought of disappointing his father yet again. He couldn't believe that his dad's main issue was him spending time with Adrienne, a girl who wasn't his supposed fiancée, Annabelle. But that wasn't the only thing that bothered Ryan. His dad had also warned him against proceeding with the collaboration he had been eagerly pursuing, a collaboration that Ryan had no intention of giving up on.Determined to sort out his thoughts, Ryan quickly texted Juliette, asking her to meet him at his house once she finished her work for the day. He let her know he was leaving the office and stepped into his car, embarking on the drive home. The weight of the day's conversation pressed on his shoulders, intensifying his need for a moment of solace.Upon arriving at

"No, it's not that," Adrienne managed to say, her breaths growing heavier as she attempted to control the pleasure coursing through her."Oh, really?" he challenged.Without warning, Adrienne gasped loudly as he slid two fingers into her. She moaned in ecstasy as he skillfully moved in and out. But just as suddenly as he had begun, he abruptly stopped. It took a few moments for Adrienne to catch her breath before asking,"Why did you stop?""I'm not sure. You said you weren't here for my touch, didn't you?" he teased.Although she knew he was simply playing with her, Adrienne wasn't in the mood for teasing. She craved something more intimate. Her desire pulsed within her, urging for fulfillment."Beg me," he whispered.Adrienne straddled him in the chair, crashing her lips onto his, no longer interested in words, but desperate for physical connection. "Just touch me," she mumbled in between their passionate kiss. He reciprocated the kiss, his desire evident, but hesitated to touch her

"Ma'am, who are you talking about? Daniel?" Lisa asked, concern in her voice."Yes, why is he dating? It's not like I like him or anything, but why am I crying? Why did I feel so sad hearing about it?" Adrienne said, wiping away her tears."Ma'am, should I take you to your doctor?" Lisa asked, worried."Wow. So you're saying I'm crazy, huh?" Adrienne said defensively."No, not at all. You were just smiling a minute ago, and now you're crying uncontrollably over something that doesn't seem too important. It could be stress or a mood swing. I think it would be a good idea to see a doctor and make sure everything's okay," Lisa explained, trying to be understanding."I guess it was just a mood swing," Adrienne said, her tears subsiding."Yes, and you've stopped crying...just like that," Lisa said."Yeah, or maybe I was just being dramatic," Adrienne said, bursting into laughter. Lisa watched her laughing through the mirror, relieved to see her in better spirits. She couldn't help but wonde