“We’ve also been working on a prototype that pairs with a mood-tracking app,” he told me. “Users can log their emotions, and the perfume adjusts over time to complement their needs.”“That’s brilliant,” I said, my mind already racing with ideas. “We could tie this in with the art exhibit. The painti
Aria’s POVJasmine’s laughter echoed through the brightly lit therapy room, her face glowing with excitement as she completed her last set of exercises. The sight made my heart swell with pride and relief. Her progress over the past few months had been remarkable. She had grown stronger, more confid
Aria’s POVI glanced over at Jasmine, who was sitting on the floor nearby, carefully arranging her markers in neat rows. The soft sounds of her quiet focus created a sense of calm, offering a small reprieve from the weight of Mar’s words.I turned back to him, my curiosity getting the better of me.
Aria’s POVThe brushes moved gracefully between my fingers as I studied the final touches on the canvas before me. The painting had evolved into something I hadn’t initially envisioned—a lighthouse standing tall and steadfast, surrounded by a mesmerizing swirl of colors that seemed to represent the
Aria’s POVMy heart thudded in my chest as I stood frozen in the darkness. Suddenly, I remembered everything that we had experienced and witnessed inside the Mirage Casino. I remembered how Shane had looked at me. Could this be Shane, seeking revenge?No, I told myself. That’s ridiculous. The build
Aria’s POVMy heart pounded as I reached for the door handle. With a shaky breath, I turned it, bracing myself for whatever lay on the other side.The cool night air greeted me as the door creaked open, and I stepped cautiously onto the terrace. My flashlight’s beam darted around the space, but ever
Aria’s POVThe party was everything I didn’t know I needed. Laughter rang out like music, echoing through the beautifully decorated terrace. Friends and family filled the space, their joy infectious as they mingled, shared stories, and celebrated together. Even Jessica, who normally claimed she hate
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
Victor’s POVI glanced at the clock on my desk for the third time in the past five minutes. Aria was supposed to be here by now. She’d mentioned dropping by after her meeting, and I couldn’t help but look forward to seeing her. The sound of a knock broke through my thoughts. “Come in,” I called, ha
Victor’s POVThe day Aria and Jasmine officially moved in felt surreal. The house, once filled with silence, now echoed with laughter and the sound of boxes being shuffled from room to room. I couldn’t stop smiling as I watched Jasmine dart between her room and the living room, carrying stuffed anim
Aria’s POVAs I was nearing the school playground, I could hear my daughter’s bright laughter rise above the children’s chatter, drawing my eyes to her instantly. She was crouched by the jungle gym, engrossed in an animated conversation with someone towering beside her.At first, I felt a twinge of
Victor’s POVI sat at my desk, staring blankly at the open folder in front of me. Numbers, charts, and projections blurred together, failing to hold my attention for more than a second. My mind was elsewhere—with her.Leaning back in my chair, I ran a hand through my hair and laughed softly at mysel
Aria’s POV“Maybe I should sleep here with you, Jasmine,” I suggested lightly, glancing at her as she emerged from the bathroom, twirling in her new pajamas.Jasmine froze mid-twirl, her jaw dropping in exaggerated disbelief. “Mom,” she said, placing her hands on her hips, “you and Dad have to share
Aria’s POVDinner had been nothing short of exquisite, with every dish crafted to perfection by Victor’s chef. “This is the best food I’ve ever eaten in my entire life!” Jasmine exclaimed. “Thanks, Daddy. For this, and for helping with the science project.”Then she turned to hug me. “You’re the be
Victor’s POV“Daddy, look!” Jasmine exclaimed, holding up a rough sketch of her project. “The scent adventure machine is going to have buttons for each smell! Like this one is for the beach, and this one’s for the forest.”I crouched beside her, nodding appreciatively. “That’s brilliant, Jasmine. Yo
Aria’s POVThe meeting finally wrapped up, and I let out a breath I hadn’t realized I was holding. It had been a success, no doubt about that. The energy in the room had been electric as everyone threw out ideas and finalized plans for the grand launch of Serenity. Anticipation swelled within me as
Victor’s POVIt had only been a week since Aria and I had finally crossed the line we’d been dancing around for so long. A week since we admitted the depth of feelings we had for one another. Well, okay, I’m not really sure if her feelings are that deep yet… a voice suddenly whispered in my head, ma