“I thought you might like it if we took the convertible and a picnic basket and explored the estate today," said Ian over his coffee the next morning.

Eden looked up at him in astonishment. Clearly, her breakfast strategy was paying off. 

On the day after their marriage, Eden had never expected to be able to drag her husband away from his work every morning to sit at a nicely laid table, but Ian seemed to have given in. 

At least he now starts his day with a balanced meal.

On the carpet, the dogs framed the fireplace like statues. Toby was at her feet, begging for food. Eden glanced...