As Sigourney descended the stairs with Grace, she could clearly sense Theodore's eyes widening, a brilliant light shimmering within them as he gazed at Sigourney.

He quickly rose to his feet, stepped closer, gently brushed her hair, and could not take his eyes off her.

"Darling, you truly look beautiful tonight."

Theodore's voice was both deep and tender, causing Sigourney to lower her head shyly. He then softly thanked Grace and the two stylists for assisting Sigourney with her makeup and ...