The soft hum of jazz music filled the intimate corners of the cozy restaurant Rita had come to love since settling into her new city. The lighting was warm, the scent of fresh herbs and grilled delicacies hung gently in the air, and the quiet chatter of diners created a comforting background buzz. It was her little escape—a place to sit in solitude, sip her favorite mango-passion juice, and let her thoughts drift freely.
That afternoon, Rita sat by the window, a novel in hand, her belly barely showing under her sundress. The quiet life was treating her well, and today was meant to be just like the others—peaceful and uneventful.
Until he walked in.
Tall. Commanding. Effortlessly graceful.
The air shifted the moment Dr. Adrian stepped through the arched doorway of the restaura
