Chapter 49: Haunted by Her Image
(Author's POV)
Sebastian immediately turned his high-wattage, charismatic smile toward Richard and Grace.
"Richard! Grace!" Sebastian exclaimed, opening his arms wide. He pulled Grace into a warm, affectionate hug, then shook Richard's hand with firm respect. "I have missed you two terribly. The city just feels empty without the Lowells keeping standards high."
He reached into his tailored jacket pocket and pulled out a cream-colored envelope, handing it to Grace with a flourish. "I was in Switzerland last week for business, and I remembered you mentioning that exclusive spa near Lake Geneva years ago. I secured a private lifetime membership for you. You deserve the best pampering in the world, Grace."
Grace's eyes lit up as she opened the envelop
