The first rays of morning sunlight filtered through the curtains of Blackwood Manor.
For the first time in weeks...
Sebastian woke feeling strangely at peace.
His thoughts immediately drifted to the conversation he and Elara had shared the night before.
She had trusted him with her memories.
And, without realizing it...
He had done the same.
A soft knock interrupted his thoughts.
"Come in."
Nathan entered, carrying the morning schedule.
"Good morning, sir."
Sebastian accepted the tablet.
"Anything urgent?"
Nathan hesitated.
"There is one matter."
"The hospital called."
Sebastian looked up instantly.
"They've completed another round of tests for Mrs. Quinn."
"And?"
Nathan allowed himself a small smile.
"The doctors are pleased with her progress."
"They believe she may b
