CHAPTER 96
ARIA’S POV
Everything has been pretty calm at Adam’s residence. Grandpa’s condition remains the same, but he continues to pamper me with his sweet words and affection. Without Sophia, Elodie, or Eva around, I feel more at ease in the house.
I’ve settled into a routine, and every morning before I leave for work, I reassure Grandpa that everything is going well and that I enjoy my job. He seems to have forgotten that I no longer work at Adam’s firm, so Adam and I maintain the façade by leaving together each day.
Despite this, I miss driving my own car and hate the daily car rides with Adam. I feel that we are getting closer than before, and it’s quite disturbing. The proximity brings back memories and emotions I thought I had buried. Each ride feels like a test of my resolve, making it harder to maintain the distance I need from him.
A day ago, the seat belt got stuck, and I couldn’t pull it. To my astonishment, Adam leaned in close, grabbing the seat belt from behind me. He managed to pull it free and fastened it for me. The proximity sent à shiver down my spine, and I felt a confusing mix of emotions as his familiar scent and presence overwhelmed me.
His alluring scent made me dizzy for a moment, and to be honest, I don’t want to feel this way about Adam. I could swear that he sniffed me as he drew near, and I could feel the heat radiating from his body. It sent a shiver down my spine, a mix of anxiety and something I didn’t want to admit–desire. His proximity was intoxicating, and for a moment, I was lost in the sensation, my heart pounding in my chest. This level of closeness, the intensity of his presence, was both thrilling and terrifying.
I thought I had destroyed every emotion connected to him when I left the house. Now, all those feelings I tried so hard to bury are resurfacing, leaving me confused and unsettled.
However, this sudden change in Adam really hits me. Earlier, he always insisted I sit in the backseat whenever we were alone in the car. That day, I was appalled when he opened the front passenger door for me like a real gentleman. It was such a huge contrast to his usual behavior, and it left me feeling even more bewildered.
“Have a wonderful day, Aria.”
Adam’s voice makes me blush and I want to slap myself. I feel the heat running up to my cheeks. I mildly reply to him, without making eye contact.
“Wish you the same.”
After dropping me off at my workplace, he waits for me to turn and wave goodbye before he drives off. Each time, his eyes linger on me with a softness that stirs something deep within me. It’s reminiscent of the early stages of a romance, where every gesture is tender and filled with anticipation. His actions make me feel like we’re a couple just starting to fall in love again, and it leaves me feeling conflicted and disoriented.
I don’t want to feel this way. I thought I had buried all my emotions for Adam when I left the house, but now, they’re resurfacing with a vengeance. The way he looks at me, the small acts of kindness, the patience he shows- it’s all so confusing.
I find myself drawn to him, my defenses weakening with each passing day. The internal struggle is overwhelming; part of me wants to push him away, while another part yearns to fall into his arms and believe that this change is real. The emotional turmoil is almost unbearable, and I can’t help but wo leading.
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It seems what Regis has warned me about is turning true. No, I can’t let that happen. I can’t let Adam and my feelings win over reasoning. I can’t believe that I have always wished that Adam would treat me right and when the time has come, I am trying to run away and block it away.
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I am still full of doubts; perhaps he’s just using me for Grandpa’s sake again. After all, didn’t he marry me because of Grandpa? It’s hard to believe that I might occupy even a small corner of his heart or mind. The uncertainty gnaws at me, making it difficult to trust his
