Bound by Love

en a modest yet elegant outfit, hoping to strike the right balance for her dinner with

ave her a reassuring smile. "You look perfect, Em

king a deep breath. "I'm just so

You and Alexander have something sp

hing in a tailored suit. "You ready?" he asked

be," Emma replied, gi

nder did his best to keep Emma at ease. When they arrived, Victoria was wa

r," Alexander greete

" Victoria said, offering a pol

easure to be here," Emma replied,

ready," Victoria said, lea

iece was a stunning arrangement of flowers, and the soft glow of candles added a touch of warmth to the

r of smoked salmon and avocado salad. The conversation started off

een my passion since I was a child. I studied art in

ression thoughtful. "And

how at a local gallery. It's been a rewardin

ing Emma with her sincerity. "Art is not an easy p

e," Emma replied, fee

nversation shifted to more personal topics. Alexander spoke about his work

uine interest. Emma began to relax, realizing that perhaps Victoria's ini

Emma, I want to be honest with you. When Alexander first told me about you, I had my reservat

's something Alexander and I have talked about a lot. We kn

Alexander very happy. That's what matters most to me. I may still have m

gratitude. "Thank you, Mrs. D

table, giving it a reassuring squeeze. "Than

accomplishment. The dinner had gone better than they had hoped, and

, Alexander turned to Emma. "You were

elation. "Thank you, Alexander. I'm glad it w

"And she's starting to see

ening had been a significant step in their journey, and they were ready to face wh

kissed Emma gently. "We're in th

promise. "Together," she echoed, knowing that with

as Emma drifted off to sleep, she felt more confident