As Emeraude threw the bouquet, she turned to face the sea of women before her, somewhat confused about who had actually caught the bouquet."Oh my God!" exclaimed her mother, holding the bouquet. Emeraude observed her, unsure whether to laugh or feel happy."Looks like my mother-in-law is next in line to get married," Cassian joked quietly, laughing. "YEAH WOOHOO!" he shouted, clapping.Emeraude walked over to her mother, who was already composed among the women again. Her smile was so radiant that Emeraude couldn't help but smile too. It was comforting to see her mother happy; she knew how much she missed her father and deserved to find happiness again."Congratulations!" Emeraude hugged her mother, who returned the gesture warmly."I'm still surprised, I think you did this on purpose!" her mother joked, making Emeraude laugh."Of course not, Mom," Emeraude replied, still smiling."She should have thrown it to me, Auntie," commented Bree, smiling. She hugged Emeraude's mother and whi
Cassian and Emeraude strolled through the narrow streets of Paris, their hands intertwined and their hearts filled with love and admiration. The summer sun painted the city in golden hues, reflecting off the ancient facades of buildings and the calm waters of the Seine. Paris seemed to have been created especially for them in that moment, a perfect backdrop for their honeymoon.They wandered through the alleys of the Latin Quarter, where the scent of fresh coffee and newly baked croissants wafted through the air. Cassian led Emeraude to a charming little café, where they settled at an outdoor table. The waiter, with a friendly smile, greeted them in French, and Cassian responded with his own attempt at French, making Emeraude laugh softly.As they savored their croissants and coffee, they planned their activities for the day. Cassian suggested a visit to Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Emeraude eagerly agreed. She had always wanted to see up close that majestic masterpiece of Gothic archite
Emeraude and Cassian were immersed in the sweet bubble of their honeymoon, where each destination seemed more magical than the last. Their worldwide tour led them to exciting adventures, romantic moments, and surprising discoveries.Destination 2: MaldivesThey spent their days diving into crystal-clear waters, exploring coral reefs, and enjoying candlelit dinners on the beach. At night, the sky filled with stars, and Emeraude and Cassian lay on the soft sand, lost in conversations about the future and the dreams they shared.Destination 3: Florence, ItalyFlorence welcomed them with its cobblestone streets and the scent of fresh coffee in the air. Emeraude and Cassian explored museums filled with Renaissance masterpieces and savored gelatos in quaint squares."It's like we're living in a painting," said Emeraude, admiring the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.Cassian agreed, enveloping her in his arms. "And I would choose to live every moment by your side."They walked hand in hand
Emeraude overflowed with happiness upon receiving the news of her daughter's imminent wedding. Aurora, facing the mirror, reflected the emotion in her misty eyes, echoing her mother's joy."My little one is getting married today," declared Emeraude, moved. "And she's gifting me with great joy."With a radiant smile, Aurora shared her excitement: "Iuri still doesn't know, Mom. At first, I was terrified, but now I'm so happy."The exchange of intimate words was interrupted by Amora's playful banter, adding humor to the atmosphere. "I always wanted nephews, glad I didn't have to ask," she teased, eliciting laughter from both.The wedding unfolded like a dream for Aurora, with every detail delicately crafted. Despite Cassian's initial hesitations, the proud father, the ceremony symbolized unconditional love for his daughter.During the reception, Aurora announced her pregnancy, eliciting a mix of surprise and joy among the guests. Cassian, nearly choking on the news, was promptly supporte
The elevator opened, and Cassian hurriedly walked towards Mr. St. Clair's office. He passed by the secretary without saying a word and placed his hand on the doorknob, opening it promptly. Cassian cleared his throat as he closed the door. His father looked up and gestured with his head towards the chair in front of him. Cassian walked over to the comfortable chair and sat down, gazing at the man in the suit before him."I believe you received my message," he said, stacking the papers on top of each other."I came as soon as I read it," Cassian replied, leaning back in the chair, getting comfortable."We need to talk, Cassian," he said, looking at him seriously. Had he discovered his son's libertine lifestyle?"You can speak," Cassian said, looking at him with curiosity."Son, I'm getting on in years, and it won't be long before I retire, leaving you to take my place in the company," Cassian nodded, already aware of this. "However, I have some concerns. You're 29 years old and haven't
Emeraude arrived at the entrance of the building where she lived, and the doorman handed her a piece of mail. She headed towards the elevator, pressed the button, and waited for the doors to open. She took the opportunity to open the mail. As soon as the doors opened, she entered and pressed the button for the sixth floor. She took the paper out of the small white envelope and began to read."Hello Emeraude, I'm writing to inform you that I haven't received the rent payment for this month, and it's been over three weeks since the due date. I regret to inform you that I've already rented the apartment to someone else. Within two weeks, I hope you've found another place to stay. I'm sorry, but we've discussed rent delays before. Mrs. Finn."Emeraude opened the door to her home and placed the letter in her hand on the table. Great! She was unemployed, doing odd jobs that barely paid anything, and now she was facing eviction. Could things get any worse? She put her bag on the couch and he
Emeraude found herself following Cassian St. Clair to his car after they left the café. The way he was dressed indicated that he was an important person. The journey to their chosen destination passed in silence. Cassian St. Clair didn't cast a single glance her way, but Emeraude discreetly tried to observe him.Finally, they arrived at a luxury building located in an upscale area of the city, a place Emeraude was not accustomed to visiting. Besides being expensive, she didn't know anyone who lived there. They got out of the car, and Cassian led her to the elevator. When the doors opened, he pressed the button for the top floor.However, as soon as the elevator doors opened again, Cassian's phone started ringing. He answered the call as he walked toward his apartment door, and Emeraude followed him."Yes," he said into the phone, letting out a discreet laugh. Then he opened the apartment door, gesturing for Emeraude to enter. She did so. "Is that all?" he asked, waiting for a response
Emeraude woke up to the sun's rays caressing her face, slowly opened her eyes, and quickly shut them due to the intensity of the light. Damn! She had forgotten to close the curtain again. With a sigh, she grabbed her phone and checked the time: it was already nine-thirty, almost ten in the morning.She got up, heading to the bathroom still feeling sleepy. She took a quick shower and went through her morning hygiene routine. Emeraude stepped out of the bathroom wrapped in a towel and headed to the closet, where she picked out a pair of shorts and a tank top. After putting on her underwear, she chose the selected outfit. With her phone in hand, she headed to the kitchen, deciding to bake some cheese bread and prepare fresh orange juice.Upon returning to the living room, Emeraude flopped onto the sofa. She was still groggy and aware that she needed to find a new apartment. She planned to stop by Cassian St. Clair's company to collect her payment and then start her search for a new home.