Adele in Love "The woman in the crowd"

59 || after court - delly?!

As they drove away from the courthouse, Isy's hand slid up and down Adele's thigh, a soothing gesture amidst the whirlwind of emotions. The car's soft hum and the quiet of the evening provided a welcome contrast to the intense day they had experienced.

"I'm so proud of you, babe," Isy said, her voice filled with warmth and admiration. She smiled at Adele, who glanced over with a grateful look.

"Thank you," Adele replied, her voice soft but sincere.

Isy's smile grew as she continued to caress Adele's thigh. "I know I promised we'd take a nap, but it's already pretty late, and I'm starving. How about we go out for a bite to eat first?"

Adele held Isy's hand gently, her fingers intertwining with Isy's. "That sounds perfect. I'm hungry too, and a change of scenery will be nice."

Isy chuckled, glancing down at their outfits. "Well, we're dressed up already. Let's make the most of it!"

Adele couldn't help but smile at Isy's upbeat attitude. "I'm in. Let's go."

They pulled up to a chic restaurant with a cozy outdoor seating area. The setting sun cast a golden hue over the scene, adding to the romantic ambiance. They walked in hand in hand, their earlier stress melting away as they approached the host.

The host led them to a table on the terrace, where they settled into their seats. The view was beautiful, and the soft murmur of other diners created a relaxed atmosphere. They scanned the menu and decided to order lasagna, a comforting choice after a long day.

As they waited for their meal, Isy reached across the table, her hand resting on Adele's. "You did amazing today. I know it was tough, but you were so strong."

Adele looked into Isy's eyes, feeling a deep sense of gratitude. "I couldn't have done it without you. Your support means everything to me."

Isy smiled, her eyes full of affection. "We're a team. And I'm always going to be here for you."

Their food arrived, and they dug in, savoring each bite. The conversation flowed easily, with Adele and Isy sharing stories and laughing together. The meal was a much-needed break, allowing them to unwind and enjoy each other's company.

As they finished their lasagna, Isy looked at Adele with a satisfied smile. "That hit the spot. I'm glad we came out."

Adele nodded, feeling a sense of peace settle over her. "Me too. It's nice to have these moments together."

As they continued to enjoy their evening, a sudden voice broke through the soft murmur of the restaurant.

"DELLY?!!!" a woman called out, her voice full of excitement as she hurried toward their table. Adele froze for a second, her eyes widening in surprise before she turned around.

"No," Adele said under her breath, standing up to face the woman who had already made her way over, beaming with joy.

"Mon cœur, what are you doing here?" the woman exclaimed in rapid French, pulling Adele into a tight hug.

Adele sighed, switching to French herself as she replied, "Je ne peux pas croire ça... qu'est-ce que tu fais ici?" The two began speaking rapidly, exchanging familiar words.

Isy, still seated, couldn't help but laugh at the sudden change in language, her eyebrows raised in surprise at how effortlessly Adele slipped into French. It was rare to see her speak it so fluently, and it amused Isy how quickly the dynamic of their evening had shifted.

After a few moments of animated conversation, the woman turned to Isy, smiling warmly. "Oh, I'm so sorry! I'm Emilie, a very old friend of Delly's," she said in English, extending her hand.