Julia stood in the center of the dressing room, surrounded by elegant clothes that Caspian had chosen for her.

She closed her eyes for a moment, breathing in the fresh scent of the fabrics. It was a calming smell, reminding her of the care and thoughtfulness Caspian always showed her.

This mall trip had been his idea, and she was grateful for it.

The soft lighting, the luxurious clothes, and the knowledge that Caspian was just a phone call away gave her a sense of peace.

She let her hand trail over the smooth fabric of a dress. The zipper was hard to reach on her own, but she wasn’t...