~CELINE’S POV~
I focus on the linen in my hands. One piece at a time, folding each sheet carefully, like it’s the most important thing in the world. Like my hands aren’t still shaking.
The sun is warm, the breeze soft. It should be a peaceful moment. But my mind is somewhere else.
Back in that study.
Back with him.
I swallow hard, pushing the thought away. Caesar giggles, dragging my attention back. He’s staring at a drawing in Cole’s hands, eyes wide with delight.
"That’s you!" Caesar beams, pointing excitedly at the scribbled sketch.
Cole grins, ruffling Caesar’s hair. "Not bad, huh? Think I captured your good side?" Caesar nods enthusiastically, clutching the paper like it’s a treasure.
I can’t help but smile at them.
And then Cole turns to me, gently nudging my a
