Vivienne
Sunlight danced across the lake as I stood on the private dock with Roman's hand firmly in mine, the gentle waves lapping at the wooden planks beneath our feet while the cool morning breeze brushed against my skin.
This getaway had already worked its magic on my heart, pushing away any final remnants of doubt from Elena's text and filling me instead with a profound sense of belonging that only he could provide.
I turned to look at him, admiring the way the light highlighted his strong features, and felt a rush of gratitude for how far our romance had come since the turbulent days of the trial.
"Being here with you like this makes everything feel so clear," I said, my voice carrying the warmth of the emotions we had shared over the past days.
Roman drew me closer, his arm
