Chapter 153

She spent a surprisingly enjoyable afternoon with both sisters once she’d got used to Iris’s nosiness and Zoe’s bustling, bossy manner. She realised they were both fun to be around, and she could tell they actually cared about her. It almost felt like being part of a family—something she hadn’t experienced since she’d been twelve years old, and even then not so much...

They finally all agreed on a dress of deep magenta that brought colour to Lucette ’s face and complemented her dark eyes and hair. Its empire waist and swirling skirt drew attention away from her bump without hiding it completely.

Zoe declared in satisfaction, "Understated, elegant, and just a little bit sexy." ‘Perfect' Ariston will love it.’

And with a little thrill, Lucette realised she wanted Ariston to love it. She wanted to be beautiful to him again. A dangerous desire, perhaps, but still, caught in the happy glow of their shared afternoon, Lucette didn’t try and suppress it. Ariston was her husband, after al