Michael and Kaitlyn Meet

Chapter 68

Back at the Salvatore estate, the mood was much more lively. Grandma Elena was still basking in the success of the charity event, her heart warmed by the positive reception it had received. Estefan had cleared his schedule to spend time with Kaitlyn one afternoon, and the two of them were enjoying a rare moment of peace, lounging in the garden with cups of tea.

Kaitlyn was smiling, her face glowing with the satisfaction of a job well done. She had worked hard on the event, and seeing how much it had meant to Grandma Elena had made it all worthwhile.

“Grandma called earlier today,” Estefan paused to study Kaitlyn's reaction. “She still praises you for doing an amazing job,” Estefan said, reaching over to take her hand. “I’m really proud of you.”

Kaitlyn’s smile widened as she tried to hide her shock at how he had held her hands. She tried to slowly retrieve her hands, but Estefan held them tighter, and she slowly relaxed as she sque