Aria’s POVVictor’s fingers were still gently caressing my ankle, and the pain had definitely subsided. “You know,” I said, “I think the pain is much better now. I might be able to hop my way back to the bedroom.”Victor’s expression turned serious, and he shook his head adamantly. “No way. You migh
Victor’s POVSitting across from Mr. Everhart, I felt more nervous than I should have. It was ridiculous, really—I was a grown man, and yet here I was, hands fidgeting, wondering what the hell he was thinking. I glanced at the clock. Almost 2 am. The man had just caught Aria and me standing closely
Victor’s POVI froze, my heart hammering in my chest. I felt like the walls of the room were closing in on me, the guilt and shame pressing down, making it hard to breathe. He was asking me to explain the one thing I didn’t even have a good answer for myself.I swallowed hard, forcing myself to loo
Aria’s POVI woke up with a start, sunlight already streaming through the curtains. I blinked groggily, realizing how late it was. I must have overslept. Throwing the covers off, I quickly got dressed, my heart racing as the events of last night came rushing back.What had Victor and Dad talked abou
Aria’s POVIt was the last night of the photography exhibition, and the celebratory party buzzed with life. Laughter rippled through the crowd, punctuated by the occasional pop of a champagne cork, as people shared stories about their favorite moments from the past month. I should have felt proud a
Aria’s POVI stepped out onto the patio, breathing in the crisp night air as it swept through the open space. The party behind me faded into the background, and for a moment, I simply stood there just enjoying the quiet. The cool breeze felt refreshing against my skin, a welcome contrast to the chao
Aria’s POV“Jasmine!” Victor said with a warm smile, stepping forward as our daughter wriggled in my arms, eager to jump into his. I let her go, and she rushed into his embrace, wrapping her arms around his neck.“I didn’t know you were coming!” Jasmine said excitedly, squeezing him tight.Victor lo
Aria’s POV“Uh,I think I’ll just stay with Jasmine,” I finally managed, trying to push the sudden rush of emotion aside.With a quick smile, I leaned down and playfully tickled Jasmine, eliciting a cascade of giggles from her. “Don’t you want to dance with Mommy?” I teased, and she squealed, bouncin