Chapter 23: A Precious Gift of Love

While Brian grappled with his own turmoil, Vivian was savouring moments of pure joy in the company of Louis.

They sat in an alluring restaurant illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight, a gentle radiance accentuating the delight in Vivian's eyes. Louis gazed at her with a tender smile, his eyes reflecting the warmth of his affection. The evening air was infused with anticipation as their relationship took another significant stride.

A waiter approached, presenting a grand bouquet of red roses to Louis. He took them graciously and then turned to Vivian with a charming smile, handing her the bouquet. Vivian's smile bloomed as she accepted the roses, her eyes seemingly lost in the romance of the evening.

"Here's to our wonderful evening," Louis toasted, raising his glass.

Vivian's cheeks tinged with a rosy hue as she clinked her glass against his. "Thank you, babe," she whispered, her voice shy yet endearing in its new term of endearment.

The waiter returned with a gift from Louis, an