Adela's mind whirled with a mix of shock and disbelief. Francis's confession had caught her completely off guard, shattering the assumptions she had held about their relationship. The realization that he had harbored deep feelings for her left her questioning her own actions and their unintended consequences.
As her thoughts raced, a painful realization began to settle within Adela's heart. Could it be possible that her presence played a role in the dissolution of Francis and Camilla's marriage? Had she unknowingly disrupted a once happy union, bringing turmoil and heartache to those she cared about?
Guilt gnawed at Adela's conscience as she contemplated the implications of Francis's confession. She had never intended to come between him and Camilla, nor had she ever imagined that her friendship with Francis could have deeper implications. The weight of responsibility pressed upon her, making her question her own obliviousness to the dynamics that had unfolded.
