Chapter 221

Camilla walked ahead as they left the café, her steps steady. Roman followed at a slower pace, watching her small frame. Once, she had seemed fragile. Now, she carried herself with a quiet strength, a self-assurance forging over seven long years.

Soon, they reached the play area. Luke’s laughter rang out as he darted toward Camilla, his face alight. Gideon stood nearby, smiling broadly though clea