Chapter 111

Vera

The dining room honestly feels unreal. I stand there, just inside the doorway, not moving, just taking it all in.

Candles line the table, flickering softly, their light bouncing off crystal glasses and silverware so polished you can practically see your face in it. Deep red roses are set in small, perfect arrangements, elegant, but not over the top.

The whole room glows. Warm. Private. Beauti