“Roman! My boy! You’re finally back in the city!”
Roman stood immediately.
The elderly man pulled him into a brief but firm hug, patting his back warmly.
“Uncle,” Roman greeted respectfully. “Theon informed me you wanted to see my bride. We were passing by, so I brought her to meet you.”
He extended his hand toward Evelyn.
She stood and placed her hand in his.
With grace, she bowed slightly.
“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Uncle.”
The elderly man’s eyes fell on her.
For a brief second, something flickered in his gaze.
“Oh my… isn’t this—”
He abruptly stopped, due to Roman's subtle glare.
The elderly man cleared his throat smoothly.
“What a beautiful young wife you have.”
He stepped forward and planted a gentle kiss on Evelyn’s cheek.
“Come, come. No need to bow so much. It’s a
