As Caspian drove up to the grand entrance of his mansion, his mind was already wandering, hoping to find peace after a long, grueling day at the company.

He cut the engine, stepped out of the car, and took a deep breath before heading inside the mansion. The spacious, dimly lit foyer offered no comfort tonight; his focus was elsewhere.

He took long, deliberate steps toward the staircase, then climbed steadily to the second floor.

Every step built up an anxious energy within him, an unspoken wish that he knew was too much to ask.

As he reached the door of their room, he closed his eyes, hesitating for just...