Chapter Twenty Four : His Return Veronica’s POV A month had passed since my arrival at the De Calibo mansion, and the absence of Bruno loomed over me like a persistent shadow. The once-familiar halls echoed with silence, and the grandeur of the estate seemed to lose its luster without his presence. I missed him—missed the lively conversations, the shared laughter, and even the occasional tension that existed between us. The mansion, once a place of excitement and mystery, now felt like an elegant cage, holding my emotions captive. The days stretched on, and I found myself mmersed in the routine of my own company. The study sessions in the mansion's library, the walks through the beautifully manicured gardens, and even the elegant dinners with the De Calibo staff—all seemed to lack

