Katherine’s POV. Weeks had passed since I first came to the Dalton mansion, and for the first time in what felt like forever, my mind wasn’t plagued by negativity. Surrounded by family and friends, laughter, and the familiar faces, the pain that had once clouded my heart seemed to fade. Slowly but surely, Adrian and I were mending things, one step at a time. It wasn’t always easy, but we were finding our way back to each other—sharing little moments, and making each other laugh. He was still the man I had fallen in love with, and it felt like we were rediscovering that connection. I was particularly proud of Adrian’s new project—an art series focusing on the positive side of Africa, highlighting the beauty and strength that the media often overlooks. He said he realized it when

