As scenes unfolded on the screen, Sharon's thoughts were a world away, dwelling on Adrian's absence. The muted glow of the TV reflected in her eyes, but her mind danced to the rhythm of memories with him.
His warm eyes, his voice, his smile, his breath on her skin, his smell, the warmth of his laughter…each moment fixed in her heart.
Deep down, Sharon yearned for Adrian's closeness, the way he made her feel alive. She replayed their conversations in her mind, relishing the time they shared. Her heart whispered the desire to be enveloped in his arms, to bridge the miles that now separated them.
However, a lingering fear held her back...the fear of revealing the depths of her emotions. She wished for the courage to discard the protective shield she'd erected, allowing Adrian into the san
