Aria’s POV"You need to calm down," Victor said, his voice firm as he moved between the woman and the receptionist, blocking her from advancing further. I quickly stepped beside him, keeping my tone steady but assertive."If you don’t stop, we’ll have to call the police," I warned, glancing back at
Aria’s POVQuestions kept running through my mind as I sat there, trying to make sense of what I’d overheard. What did Dr. Levine know about the casino? Should I ask him directly? Should I wait for another day? Should I tell Victor about it now, or see what I can find out on my own? The uncertainty
Aria’s POVI forced a smile as I said goodbye to Dr. Levine. "Thanks again. We'll see you next week."He nodded, his expression warm as he glanced down at Jasmine. "Take care, all of you."I turned to follow Victor and Jasmine, who were already heading out, but after a few steps, I hesitated, catchi
Victor’s POVSitting here with Aria and Jasmine, sharing a simple meal together, I couldn’t help but feel a rare sense of contentment—a feeling I’d missed for a long time. For the first time in what felt like ages, it was like we were a family. We’d taken Jasmine to her doctor’s appointment together
Victor’s POVThomas pulled over a chair without waiting for a real answer to his “Mind if I join you?” His grin was broad, and though I tried to match it, I could see Aria’s subtle tension as she nodded and said, “Go ahead.” She didn’t mean it, but he was already settling in, looking genuinely thril
Aria’s POVI clutched Jasmine’s hand tightly as Victor and I moved closer, trying to catch sight of what was happening. A familiar voice floated over the murmuring crowd, filled with a tension I couldn’t ignore. I rose on my tiptoes, straining to see over the heads of curious diners gathered around
Victor’s POVI moved closer, inch by careful inch, my eyes fixed on the knife trembling in Samantha’s grip. Her knuckles were white, her shoulders tense and hunched, and I could feel her desperation hanging in the air like a storm about to break. Dr. Levine’s gaze shifted toward me, and for a split
Aria’s POVFabian pulled up to the restaurant just as I wrapped my arms around Jasmine, her small hand gripping mine tightly. I was grateful for his familiar face, his steady presence, even though the concern on his face told me he’d already sensed something was off.“Hey,” he greeted gently, steppi
Aria’s POVThe fireworks boomed across the sky, lighting up the darkness in bursts of vibrant red, gold, and silver. Jasmine’s gasp of excitement broke through the lingering tension in my chest, and I let out a shaky laugh.“It’s just fireworks,” I said aloud, more to reassure myself than anyone els
Victor’s POVThe laughter started the moment we arrived at the theme park and never seemed to stop. Jasmine darted ahead, pulling us toward the entrance with uncontainable energy, her small hand gripping mine tightly. The park was a kaleidoscope of colors and sounds—twinkling lights, cheerful music
Aria’s POVThe ride home was quiet, but it wasn’t uncomfortable. Victor’s hand rested on the gearshift, his fingers brushing mine occasionally. Each accidental touch sent a warm ripple through me, leaving me feeling both nervous and giddy. My heart was still dancing from the events of the night befo
The next morning, The sunlight streaming through the curtains was the first thing I noticed as I stirred awake. As I blinked against the light, memories of the previous night surged back like a wave, crashing over me with startling clarity. My breath hitched, and I sat up quickly, clutching the blan
Aria’s POV"Victor," I murmured breathlessly, barely recognizing my own voice. "Aria," he whispered back, his tone filled with a hunger that matched my own. His lips found mine again, urgent and unrelenting.We stumbled together through the hallway, his hands sliding beneath my blouse, fingertips s
Aria’s POVI jumped from the table, my heart still pounding in my chest, and headed toward the studio door. “Stay here,” I said softly, though my voice wavered with some nervousness and the remaining heat. The air between us still sizzled, making it almost impossible to think clearly.Carefully, I o
When we finally pulled apart, both of us were breathless. Her cheeks were flushed, her lips slightly swollen, and her eyes—God, those eyes—shone with an emotion I didn’t dare put a name to just yet.I rested my forehead against hers, trying to catch my breath as I spoke. “Aria… you’re everything to
Victor’s POVThe entire evening had been a cascade of emotions—love, happiness, nostalgia—and now, standing here, my heart felt like it might burst. I looked at Aria, her expression a mix of hope and nerves as she waited for my reaction. The painting, the bottles, the thought behind it all—it was ov
Aria’s POV“Still thinking of work at this hour?” he teased, his tone light and playful. “Should I be worried you’re pulling me into a midnight brainstorming session?”I glanced back at him, rolling my eyes with a laugh. “Trust me, it’s not that. Just wait. You’ll see.”We reached the entrance of my