Adrian felt a discomfort in his heart.
When he saw Rebecca standing with another man, an unfamiliar, unpleasant emotion spread from deep within him, making him wish he could immediately take Rebecca away from that man.
His gentlemanly demeanor, however, prevented such a blatant display.
Just then, Leyla leaned closer, her gaze falling upon Rebecca and Matthew. "Is that Rebecca's friend? He's quite handsome. They seem close," she remarked, feigning envy.
Adrian's gaze darkened. "Are you hungry?" he asked abruptly. "Let's go. Dinner's on me."
Leila, momentarily stunned, then beamed. Adrian often took her out for business, but never for a private meal. And today, he was doing so right in front of Rebecca! Did this signify a shift in his affections?
This thought buoyed her spirits, and
