Lily giggled. “Ever since Mama passed, I’m afraid that my father has stopped trying to learn how to cook more than buttered toast.”“Hey!” Edward chided. “I’ll have you know that I also know how to prepare sunny side up eggs.”The meal progressed pleasantly enough, with easy conversation and laughte

“So that’s why you don’t have any,” I muttered, tapping my chin thoughtfully.Lily nodded heavily. “So,” she said with a sigh, “if you noticed anything off about your visit, that’s why. My father had to let go of a good portion of our staff, and we’ve had to tighten our belts in all other aspects as

AvaChris’s warm member throbbed between my legs, hovering just out of reach. His hands roamed over my bare skin with growing urgency, his palms branding me with their heat. I let out a helpless whimper, silently begging him not to wait any longer.Smirking, Chris rolled us over so that I was pinned

AvaThe morning sun streamed through the windows of Moonrise manor as Chris and I prepared to depart. Our bags were packed and loaded into the car, and I yearned to get home, but a bittersweet atmosphere couldn’t help but hang in the air as we said our goodbyes.“You’re sure you both have everything

I saw a flicker of interest cross Fatima’s face at that.Chris seized the moment. “I urge you all to keep an open mind. Ophelia will be attending Paul’s welcoming ceremony tonight. I encourage you to speak with her, get to know her. Perhaps you’ll enjoy her company as much as we do.”Bradley nodded