~ Isabella’s POV

As the days flew by, my time at the fashion school became more exciting with each passing lesson. I threw myself into the world of design, constantly sketching, learning, and creating. Justina and I became an inseparable pair, always working on our designs together. But as much as I loved it here, I couldn't deny that I was starting to miss Lucian. The long video calls weren't enough anymore, I wanted to be near him, to feel his presence. And when the invitation for the dinner party at home arrived, I knew it was the perfect reason to return.

It was a formal affair, the kind Lucian...