“Yes,” she finally whispered, her voice barely audible. “I’d like that.”
From that moment, their lives became intertwined in ways neither could have anticipated. Howard took Lily to his mansion—a sprawling estate that, to her, felt like a castle with its grand rooms and endless gardens. For years, it had felt empty, even with its extravagant furnishings and priceless artworks. But now, it seemed alive with possibilities and warmth.
