Caspian, Julia, and little Liam were almost ready to leave the grand Michaelson mansion. The next day was Amelia's wedding, Julia’s stepsister, and they needed new clothes for the event.

Caspian had decided they would all go to the mall today. It was a special moment for Julia—her life had changed so much.

As she stood before the large, ornate mirror in their room, fixing her hair, she felt a familiar presence behind her.

Caspian walked up quietly, his tall frame moving gracefully across the room, and without a word, he wrapped his arms around her waist.

His strong embrace felt comforting, and she leaned into it without thinking.

"You...