Bullied and Dumped, But She Won in the End (Adriana) novel Chapter 164

**When Time Tried to Heal Me But I Refused to Listen by Kael Niro Senn 164**
**Chapter 164 On a Trip**

Curtis had decided to whisk Adriana away to the enchanting destination of Neocoralis. As the plane soared through the sky, her heart raced with anticipation, each thump echoing the thrill and anxiety swirling within her.

But fate, with its mischievous tendencies, had a surprise in store. To her astonishment, she spotted Yolanda in first class. The woman had been promoted, and she radiated an aura of confidence and pride that was almost palpable.

Yolanda was the type of person who wore her ambition like a dazzling necklace, each movement shimmering with purpose and determination. She engaged with the passengers effortlessly, switching between languages as if she were dancing through a conversation, her words dripping with warmth and authority. To Adriana, Yolanda was a beacon of light, untouchable and mesmerizing, a star that shone brightly against the backdrop of her own insecurities.

Adriana found herself transfixed, her chin resting in her palm, eyes gleaming with admiration. As Yolanda glided past, Adriana couldn’t help but wave, a smile spreading across her face. She had always felt a bit isolated, lacking in friends, but Yolanda had been the first to reach out and say, “Let’s be friends.” Adriana didn’t care about the reasons behind Yolanda’s kindness; she simply thought the world of her.

Everything about Yolanda was what Adriana yearned to embody. The grace, the self-assuredness, the undeniable strength.

Noticing the look on Adriana’s face, Curtis couldn’t help but smirk. Even his tone softened when he addressed Yolanda.

“Sir, may I hang your coat for you?” Yolanda inquired politely, her smile a perfect blend of practiced charm and genuine warmth.

Adriana leaned closer to the aisle and whispered to Curtis, “What a small world this is.”

Yolanda caught her gaze and offered a playful wink. Then, in a moment of secrecy, she slipped a few exquisite pieces of imported chocolate from her pocket and pressed them into Adriana’s hand, a gesture that felt like magic.

Adriana’s face lit up with delight, a child receiving a hidden treasure. This sweet gift was hers alone, a secret delight meant just for her, untouched by the other passengers, not even Curtis.

As Yolanda turned away, Adriana couldn’t contain her joy and held up the chocolates triumphantly. “Look! She gave them to me. Just me!”

Curtis chuckled softly, amusement dancing in his eyes. “Yeah, only you.”

With eager hands, Adriana unwrapped one of the chocolates and let it melt on her tongue, the sweetness enveloping her senses, a rich and velvety sensation. She gazed out the window at the soft clouds below, her heart swelling with warmth. For the first time in a long while, everything felt like a beautiful dream, one she wished to linger in forever.

For over two decades, her life had been a relentless struggle, filled with pain and hardship. Yet, at this moment, those memories felt distant and insignificant.

Right now, happiness enveloped her like a warm blanket.

But lurking in the corners of her mind was a shadow of fear. The thought of losing Curtis sent a chill through her.

Yet, he was making an effort. He was carving out a space in his life for her, slowly but surely offering her something real and tangible. And for Adriana, that was more than enough.

“This trip to Neocoralis isn’t just about us,” Curtis said, his fingers entwined with hers, a gentle squeeze that sent a rush of comfort through her. “Wendy and her friends are joining us too. They’ll be flying out tomorrow. Wendy’s bringing along a few industry contacts. She wants you to meet them.”

Adriana’s eyes widened in surprise and excitement. “Wait, really?”

Curtis couldn’t help but smile at her enthusiasm. He was sacrificing his own vacation plans, but that didn’t matter to him. He wanted this trip to be significant, to be a gateway that would open new doors for her.

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