Pining for Chris? Rihanna posts throwback snap to Twitter of her holding hands with ex Brown during their brief reunion

As she holiday in Barbados with friends she's currently worlds apart from the one who captured her heart back in 2008.
But letting Chris Brown that he's still on her mind, Rihanna uploaded a picture of them holding hands to her Twitter account on Thursday.
Failing to adhere to the notion of the Instagram trend known as throwback Thursday, the 24-year-old opted to post an image of her and Brown, 23, taken only seven days before.

Throwback: Rihanna appears to be pining for Chris Brown after she posted a picture of them holding hands to her Instagram account on Thursday

Taking part in the popular activity in which Instagram users post snaps to the application as they reminisce over the past, Rihanna appears to be deeply missing Brown.
In the black and white image Chris' hand can been seen resting on Rihanna's thigh as she places her hand over his.
The caption which accompanied the image read: '#THROWBACKtolastTHURSDAY'.
Last Tuesday Rihanna posted a similar snap to her Instagram account which saw her snuggling with what appeared to be Brown's tattooed arm.
'Damn....... I miss my n***a #thuglife #BFFlife,' the pop star tweeted to her 27.1 million followers.

Worlds apart: Rihanna is currently enjoying a relaxing break in Barbados with her friends although thoughts of Brown seem to be consuming her thoughts

Similar snap: Last week the 24-year-old posted a picture of herself snuggle up with Brown

Also taking part in the social network tradition Chris further fuelled the Rihanna rumour mill on Thursday by posting a loving picture of the pair, sparking claims they may have reconciled.
In fact, the picture is believed to have been taken in Paris, just a day before the pair sensationally split after Rihanna heard Sweet Love rapper Chris partied with scantily-clad female models and lunched with ex Karrauche Tran in Dubai.
Too add further mystery, to what could be seen as a 'forgive me' post, Chris deleted the picture after just 15 minutes.

However thousands of Twitter users retweeted the snap, which shows Rihanna wearing a red fur coat, which she was seen wearing on December 10 in Paris, the same day Chris was spotted leaving her hotel room in the City of Lights.

Forgive me or they're back together? Chris posted this snap of him and Rihanna, before quickly taking it down 15 minutes later

Just ten days ago... Chris was seen leaving Rihanna's hotel on December 10 in Paris, while she was seen wearing the same jacket in Brown's Twitter snap as she emerged from a studio

Sharing their love via social networks: At the start of the month Brown also shared a snap of the pair enjoying smoke-filled fun times on a couch

Tender: Rihanna posted an eyebrow-raising shot of herself planting a kiss on Chris in a nuzzling embrace

Rumours swirled that the star was trying to elicit forgiveness from his on-again off-again lover after she posted a series of vitriolic Twitter comments about being single.
After weeks of happy texts aimed at Chris and photos of the pair together, the 24-year-old wrote:  'Examine what you tolerate', 'Goodbye muthaf*****', 'You give, you get, then you give it the f*** back' and 'Claps for the basic b****** (sic)'
In between posting raunchy images of herself, she followed it up, musing: 'Never underestimate a man's ability to make you feel guilty for his mistakes.'

Hanging out: On Thursday Rihanna was seen apply mosquito repellent to her torso as she chilled with friends

Luxury: Rihanna made her way off the balcony and into the villa as she friend followed behind

Meanwhile Christina Milian, 31, who is good friends with Brown's ex Karrauche Tran claims the model has always been the Turn Up The Music singer's 'girlfriend' despite Chris previously announcing they had split last October.
When asked about her friend's relationship status with the 23-year-old R&B star, The Voice USA star seemed to confirm they were still an item.
Speaking last week on The Wendy Williams Show on Friday: 'You know what, from what I've always known, she's his girlfriend.
'And that's where it lies for me. I see everything in the media. I really don't get into the detail of it, but I think everybody has their own life and how they deal with things. They have the right to handle it how they want. I think they make a great couple.'

Love triangle: Despite Chris Brown stating he is no longer with his ex-flame Karrauche Tran her friend Christina Milian recently suggested otherwise

Having a good time and enjoying single life: Rihanna enjoyed several beers as she soaked up the sun in Barbados on Tuesday at her in a luxury beach front villa

Treating herself: Rihanna was seen carrying a tray of food and drink, as well as her beloved iPhone

But putting her love woes to one side Rihanna is currently topping up her tan in Barbados.
Staying in a luxury beach front villa, the Diamonds singer was spotted Tuesday at the resort walking around her cosy pad in a tiny green and gold string bikini.
In the company of her bestfriend Melissa Forde, Rihanna enjoyed a few beers, smoked cigarettes and soaked up the sun as she nibbled on some snacks.

A friend in need is a friend indeed: Rihanna was joined by her partner in crime and BFF Melissa Forde