One Time Too Many
I threw myself back into jewelry design, building a life that felt fully my own again.
I entered an international jewelry competition, and with a design that poured my whole heart into it, I advanced round after round…until I finally won first place.
Standing onstage with the trophy in my hands and thunderous applause ringing in my ears, I knew all my hard work and talent were finally being seen.
When I stepped off the stage, I spotted Nathaniel holding a bouquet, our daughter toddling at his side. He smiled brightly.
"Congratulations, Cassandra." He handed me the flowers.
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