Elizabeth’s POV

As dawn broke, I stirred awake in my new apartment — serene, immaculately tidy, a stark contrast to the chaos I had left behind.

Sebastian had kept his promise.

The apartment, though small, radiated a quiet elegance. Sunlight filtered through the delicate white curtains, which danced softly in the morning breeze, enveloping me in a gentle warmth. I inhaled deeply, liberated from the burden of prying eyes and judgment. Yet, the taste of peace was foreign, a ...