Rowan's Point of View When I arrived home, the house felt unusually bright.My mother was seated in the sitting room, as if she had been waiting.She looked up the moment I stepped inside.“Well?” she asked smoothly. “Did Ezra agree to design Flora’s dress for the homecoming party?”I loosened my tie before answering. “It wasn’t finalized.”Her gaze sharpened slightly. “That concert and the party are important. Appearances matter. Flora needs to look flawless. If tonight goes well, the public response will be favorable.” She tilted her head. “And if Ezra is pleased with the collaboration, she could continue working with Flora in the future.”I started toward the stairs.“In fact,” she added lightly, as if the thought had just occurred to her, “if everything progresses naturally, she could even design Flora’s wedding gown someday.”My foot stopped mid-step.I turned slowly.“Wedding gown?” I repeated.She didn’t flinch. Instead, she smiled — calm, composed, calculating. “Rowan, you’re
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