Toria and Lopez turned sharply towards the doorway where Adrian stood, his expression a mix of curiosity and concern. Lopez's heart raced, her mind scrambling for an explanation.

“And why are you discussing your wedding ring?” Adrian added, his eyes narrowing. “Did you lose it again?”

He didn’t hesitate. He moved swiftly towards her and grabbed her hand. The wedding ring was on her right finger.

“So, what…”

Lopez removed her hand from his. She hurried past Adrian, straight into her room.

Adrian searched Toria’s eyes for answers about Lopez’s attitude. Toria had no response. She threw her hands in the air.

Adrian believed Lopez was acting that way because...