Daniel Carter lay back on the massive king-sized bed in his glamorously furnished apartment, staring up at the ceiling. The city lights from the towering buildings outside poured through the tall glass windows, casting soft reflections across the marble floor. He had just gotten off the phone with Amelia. As usual, the sound of her voice had lifted his mood. Daniel let out a quiet breath and sat up, running a hand through his dark hair. “Amelia…” he murmured softly. Talking to her always had that effect on him. It had been six years since they had met again at business school, and yet every conversation still left him feeling strangely warm inside. Daniel stood and walked toward the large window overlooking the glittering skyline. From the outside, his life looked perfect. Daniel

