Elena’s POV.
I kept the insecurity buried deep inside. I couldn’t bring myself to voice it, not when we had just rebuilt what was broken. I didn’t want to ruin the magic of our overnight sanctuary.
Raymond pulled the SUV up the driveway of the mansion, bringing the engine to a purr before turning it off. He unbuckled his seatbelt, turned to me, and brought my hand to his lips, kissing my knuckles gently.
“Ready?” he asked softly.
I offered him a small, brave smile. “Ready.”
We climbed out of the vehicle and walked up the wide stone steps toward the grand mahogany front doors. Raymond reached down and proudly took my hand in his, holding it for anyone in the estate to see. A small flutter of happiness warmed my chest.
He opened the doors, and we headed inside.
We didn’t even make it
