LOGIN(Author’s POV)
Dinner that evening was quieter than usual at first.
Everyone took their seats around the long dining table, the soft glow of the chandelier reflecting off polished wood and silver cutlery. As always, Ivy instinctively stayed close to Aurora, standing beside her chair until Aurora gently pulled her to sit next to her. The Skylar brothers noticed it i
(Author’s POV)By the time evening settled in, the sky outside the mansion had turned a soft shade of orange fading into dusky blue.Elara stood near the door, adjusting her bag over her shoulder while Aurora walked her out. Ivy hovered a few steps behind, her fingers twisting together, hesitant, but not anxious like before.“I’ll come again,” Elara said warmly, looking between the two of them.“And next time, Ivy, you have to tell me the ending of the novel”.“I will” Ivy smiled shyly. Elara smiled back, genuinely pleased.“You’re doing amazing” She then squeezed Aurora into a brief hug, whispering.
(Author’s POV)After breakfast, the Skylar mansion slowly returned to its usual rhythm.Owen and Ryan were the first to leave, already dressed in their tailored suits. They kissed Aurora gently, forehead, cheek before heading out to the office, reminding her to call if she needed anything.Ian followed soon after, grumbling dramatically about college while still managing to steal a hug from Aurora before rushing out. Asher lingered the longest, brushing a brief kiss against Aurora’s temple before leaving to meet his manager.Once the front doors closed, the mansion felt quieter but not empty.Aurora walked back to her room to check on Ivy. The girl sat curled up on the bed, legs folded beneath her, completel
(Author’s POV)Morning arrived softly.Pale sunlight filtered through the curtains of Asher’s room, brushing over tangled sheets and quiet breaths. Aurora stirred first, nestled against Asher’s chest, his arm heavy and warm around her waist. For a moment she lay still, listening to the steady rhythm of his heartbeat, feeling the calm that only came after a night where emotions had finally settled instead of fought.She smiled to herself.Asher shifted slightly, his fingers tightening instinctively at her waist, as if even in sleep he was afraid she might slip away. When his eyes finally opened, still hazy with rest, they softened instantly at the sight of her.“Morning” He murmured, voice low and
(Author’s POV)After comforting Aurora, the Skylar brothers slowly dispersed, each heading back to their own rooms but not before making sure she felt surrounded by their love.Owen pressed a gentle kiss to her forehead. Ryan brushed his thumb along her cheek before placing a soft kiss there. Asher kissed her temple. Ian hugged her tightly for a second longer than the rest and kissed her forehead with a quiet, “Good night.”She then walked into her room softly, careful not to make a sound. The lights were dim, and the room was bathed in silver moonlight spilling through the curtains. Ivy was already changed into her night clothes, curled beneath the covers.Aurora moved quietly, freshened up, changed into her nightwear, and slipped into the bed beside I
(Author’s POV)Dinner that evening was quieter than usual at first.Everyone took their seats around the long dining table, the soft glow of the chandelier reflecting off polished wood and silver cutlery. As always, Ivy instinctively stayed close to Aurora, standing beside her chair until Aurora gently pulled her to sit next to her. The Skylar brothers noticed it immediately but said nothing, understanding that closeness was Ivy’s anchor right now.Owen sat at the head of the table, composed and dignified as ever. Ryan sat to his right, calm and observant. Asher and Ian sat across from Aurora and Ivy, their attention subtly fixed on the girl even while they served themselves.For a few minutes, the only sounds were plates shifting, spoons touching porcelain,
(Author’s POV)Time seemed to slow inside the Skylar mansion, wrapping the living room in a cocoon of calm that felt almost unreal after everything the last two days had carried.Aurora remained curled in Asher’s arms, her back resting against his chest, his arm draped comfortably around her shoulders. They weren’t really watching the television anymore, more like letting the sound fill the space while their minds drifted. The glow from the screen painted soft shadows across the room, flickering gently over their faces.On the other couch, Ivy was fully absorbed in her show. Her legs were tucked beneath her, chin resting in her palm, eyes wide with concentration. The snacks placed earlier now sat forgotten on the table. Two hours ago, Aurora had gently laughed and reminded her to save some space fo
(Ian’s POV)I parked my car in the usual spot at the college lot, the engine cutting off smoothly. My hand rested on the gearshift for a moment as I glanced at Aurora, sitting nervously in the passenger seat. She
(Aurora’s POV)I was overjoyed when I learnt that I would be attending college and pursuing my aspirations. Next morning, I woke up with a smile for the first time in this mansion. I got ready and adjusted my dres
(Aurora’s POV)The clock struck 9 PM, and my stomach grumbled audibly, breaking the silence of my room. I hadn't eaten since breakfast, too nervous to leave my sanctuary. But now, hunger left me with no choice.
(Author’s POV)Mr. Skylar forced his sons to have breakfast together the next day because they had been avoiding Aurora since their wedding. That’s why Aurora was shocked to see them all together.







