VESPER GREY LYSAN POV

"Your ring is so beautiful, Miss Vesper."

I smiled, color flooding my cheeks as I looked down at my hand. The ring looked almost magical on my finger.

Silver petals curled around a gem the color of rain clouds, its sheen soft and fluid. He'd had it made to match my eyes—and I loved it far more than I thought I would.

"Can I take a closer look?"

"Of course, Jenny." I extended my hand.

Her fingers brushed mine as she tilted my hand, eyes glinting with wonder as the ...