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Chapter 20 - Chap 20 – Love and Tension: Adriel’s Romantic Encounter Takes a Dangerous Turn

Adriel slowly looked around the room, trying to adjust his eyes to the dim, romantic lighting. The walls were painted a deep burgundy, which was accentuated by the warm glow of the red lights. On the ceiling, he noticed a beautiful chandelier made of crystal that sparkled in the soft light.

In the center of the room was a large, heart-shaped bed covered in silky red sheets and plush pillows. The bed was surrounded by sheer, red curtains that cascaded down from the ceiling, creating a cozy and intimate space. Adriel couldn't help but feel a sense of romance and desire as he gazed at the inviting bed.

On one side of the room, he saw a small table set for two, complete with candles, wine glasses, and a bottle of red wine. The aroma of the wine wafted through the air, adding to the sensual ambiance of the room.

On the other side of the room was a comfortable armchair, also draped in red fabric, and a small bookshelf filled with classic romance novels. Adriel could imagine himself sitting in the chair, sipping wine, and reading a love story, feeling completely enveloped in the romantic atmosphere.

As Adriel continued to take in the details of the room, he couldn't help but wonder who had created this luxurious and sensual space. It was clear that every detail had been carefully considered to create an ambiance of love and passion.

As if the situation wasn't already bad enough, the tension in the room intensified when Elora, Elizabeth, Seda, and even her sister Emma appeared to be staring each other down like sworn enemies. Their eyes were narrowed, and their body language was defensive as if they were each prepared for a confrontation.

Elora's normally cheerful expression was replaced by a scowl, and her arms were crossed tightly over her chest. Elizabeth's usually warm demeanor had turned cold, and she stood with her hands balled into fists at her sides. Seda's typically relaxed posture was now rigid and tense, and her eyes flicked rapidly between the other women in the room.

As for her sister Emma, her usually bright smile was nowhere to be seen. She stood with her arms folded across her chest, mirroring Elora's defensive posture. It was clear that the atmosphere in the room had shifted dramatically, and the air was thick with animosity.

Adriel looked around the room, his expression a mixture of confusion and concern as he tried to make sense of the tense situation. "What's going on here, guys?" he asked, his tone gentle and conciliatory as he tried to defuse the mounting tension.

For what felt like an eternity, the room remained silent, the only sound being the soft shuffling of feet as each person tried to avoid the others' gaze. Finally, Emma broke the silence, her voice shaking with emotion. "My dear brother..." she sobbed, her eyes brimming with tears. "Those girls are so mean."

Adriel's brow furrowed in confusion at his sister's words, and he stepped forward to comfort her with a reassuring embrace. But as he turned his back on the other women in the room, Emma shot them a Machiavellian smile, her expression full of malice.

Unaware of his sister's duplicitous behavior, Adriel continued to comfort her, his attention focused solely on her.

Elora attempted to defend herself, saying, "She was just jealous of our peck," as she threw shade at all the girls in the room. Knowing she couldn't engage in direct combat with Emma, her adoptive sister, she opted to indirectly attack her instead.

"Dear Elora, that was just an accident since you fell, so it doesn't count," Elizabeth replied, attempting to diffuse the tension. She didn't want to admit that Adriel's first kiss had been stolen by someone else.

Seda stepped forward and brought Adriel close to her chest, giving him a comforting hug. "Calm down."

As Seda pulled Adriel into a tight embrace, his face pressed between her breasts, a smug expression spread across her face. It was as though she were silently declaring her superiority over the other girls, daring them to challenge her for Adriel's affection.

The other girls, already seething with anger and resentment, could barely contain their fury at Seda's display. Their expressions grew darker, and it was clear that they were on the verge of exploding with rage. They exchanged glances, silently communicating their mutual disdain for Seda and the smug look on her face.

Adriel, caught in the middle of the escalating tension, was acutely aware of the dangerous situation. He struggled to extricate himself from Seda's embrace, feeling as though he was suffocating under the weight of her chest.

Despite his efforts, Seda refused to let go, her grip only tightening around him. It was as though she was determined to prove her dominance over the other girls.

Elora, seeing the danger in the situation, decided to intervene. She stepped forward and pulled Adriel away from Seda, wrapping her arms around him protectively.

"Let him go," Elora said firmly, glaring at Seda, who reluctantly released Adriel from her embrace.

Adriel, looking around the room, could feel the tension thickening. He could sense that something was amiss, but he didn't know what.

"Girls, what's going on?" Adriel asked again, his tone tinged with concern.

The other girls looked at Adriel, their faces flushed with embarrassment. "We love you," they said in unison, their voices barely above a whisper.

Adriel's vision darkened abruptly after hearing the declaration of love, causing him to lose consciousness. When he came to, he found himself in his own room the next day, unsure of what had happened in the interim.