Katherine’s POV.
Adrian spent the whole afternoon with us and it was time for him to go home.
I walked him to his car, the cool breeze making me pull my sweater tighter around me.
He leaned against the driver's door, hands in his pockets, a soft smile on his face.
“Thank you,” I said, my voice quiet. “For today. For... everything. You really made her happy.”
He shrugged casually, but I could see the satisfaction in his eyes. “It was my pleasure. She deserved it.”
For a moment, we stood there in silence. I could tell he had something on his mind. He glanced at me, then away, as if unsure if he should say it.
Finally, he spoke. “Why does she resent you so much, Katherine?” His voice was gentle, not prying, just concerned.
“I mean, I know you guys have had a tough time, but... it fe
