Victor’s POVI can’t believe it. The baby’s not mine. I’m not the father. These thoughts kept running through my head as I made my way back to my hotel. I felt as if I’d been punched hard on the face, like life had been drained out of me. All day long I couldn’t eat or sleep, and I felt so restless
Aria’s POVWalking through the hallway of the Elixir office, I couldn't help but feel a surge of pride and accomplishment. The meeting with the research team had gone exceptionally well. We had thoroughly evaluated the latest products, and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. I was in high spir
Aria’s POVI glanced at my reflection in the mirror one last time, smoothing down the simple, navy-blue dress that clung just right to my figure. It wasn’t anything extravagant, but somehow, I felt like a queen. The soft fabric and modest cut seemed to do their job well enough. I grabbed my clutch a
Samuel’s POVAs I watched Aria’s stunned reaction to the gift, my heart pounded harder than ever. I knew this was the right time to share something more profound. My hands felt clammy, and I struggled to steady my voice.“Aria,” I began, taking a deep breath to steady my nerves. “There’s something I
Aria’s POVFive Years LaterThe soft light filtered through the large, floor-to-ceiling windows of my perfume studio, Velvet Vibe, casting a warm glow on the shelves lined with glass bottles of essential oils and extracts. The air was filled with the delicate, intoxicating scents of rose, sandalwood
Aria’s POVBefore I could respond to Samuel’s question, the waiter arrived with our two giant pizzas. The sight of the golden-brown crust and bubbling cheese was enough to momentarily distract everyone. Jasmine’s eyes lit up, and she eagerly reached for a slice.As we dug in, savoring the delicious
Aria’s POVAs we stood there, alone in the quiet hallway, the future seemed to hang in the balance. My heart raced, and the question of whether I was ready to face the changes ahead—or to stay with what I had come to cherish—felt overwhelming.Samuel broke the silence with a soft chuckle. “You know,
Aria’s POVFive years. Wow. It’s been a very long time. Jessica and I wheeled our suitcases through the crowd at the airport, and my heart pounded with each step closer to the exit. Memories of Victor and the life I’d tried to leave behind flooded my mind. Jasmine clung to my hand, looking both ne