Silent Devotion

She smiled, turning slowly in front of the mirror to admire the dress her former student had designed for her.

"Fullness speaks of prosperity, slenderness of elegant grace. At least you've experienced both—how many people ever get to feel that?" Celine said with a light laugh.

"Honestly, seeing all of you doing so well brings me such joy. It's just Ian..." Karen sighed softly. "Ah..."

"What about