Chapter 76

Charlotte was dressed simply in a white halter dress. Her flawless legs were bare, without the addition of stockings. Even so, Nicholas found his gaze drawn to their perfect, almost unreal proportions—like something straight out of a comic. It took him a while before his eyes slowly traveled downward, taking in the white ankle socks paired with pristine white sneakers. She looked perfect. This outfit suited Charlotte's pure and delicate image to absolute perfection. She was the very embodiment of an untouchable first love. As these thoughts ran through his mind, they finally met face to face. "Darling!" Charlotte released her pink suitcase and threw herself into Nicholas' arms with a joyful smile. The moment she nestled into his embrace, her heartbeat raced uncontrollably. Nicholas gently stroked her head, smiling as he said, "Our first real meeting. Charlotte, nice to meet you. I'm Nicholas Jakeman." "Darling!" She loosened her grip around his waist, gazed at him, and softly