Abroad, Seraphina felt a freedom she had never known before. No family conflict, no unfaithful marriage. She trained with a professional crew by day and underwent her postpartum recovery program by night. Her life had never been so peaceful.
The month flew by, and her form was at its peak. Watching Cameron fidget anxiously, she pinched his cheek and laughed. "I'm the one stepping into the ring. Why are you the one panicking?"
He let her pinch him, though his ears flushed pink. He tried to be stern. "I'm worried you'll ruin my reputation. Don't come down off that stage unless you've won."
The words were barely out before he regretted them. His eyes reddened, and he grabbed her hand, tears spilling. "Scratch that. You have to take care of yourself. We're here for the experience, not to ri
