Chapter 95

The light in the living room was bright, but the balcony felt like the line where light ended and shadow began. Sebastian's tall frame stood quietly in the dim light. No one knew he had meant what he said. … Valeria arrived at work a bit late today. L&M Design Studio had flexible working hours, but with the year ending and evaluations coming up, everyone had started pushing harder. She sat down at her desk. Her computer had broken down a few days ago, and the repairman hadn't fixed it yet, so she pulled out her tablet. She hadn't even taken her coat off before the weekly meeting began. It was the same fixed routine as always. After it ended, Sabrina called her over. She asked Valeria to take a private order. It was a custom gown and due in two weeks. Sabrina offered a fair price, and Valeria nodded, agreeing to it. "Okay, I'll send you the specific requirements," Sabrina said. Valeria had just returned to her desk after leaving the meeting room. She hadn't even warmed her sea