Breaking Free After My Rebirth
Penelope's expression stiffened slightly, but she said nothing more, turning back to continue placating Vivian in hushed, submissive tones.
She was completely different from the imperious mother I remembered.
Back in my room, I pulled out Gabriel's Christmas gift from my luggage, a red cashmere scarf. I wrapped the scarf around my neck and looked in the mirror, unconsciously smiling.
That evening, there was a knock at my door. I opened it to find Sebastian standing outside, looking haggard and anxious.
"Rachel, we need to talk."
I stepped aside to let him in. He rubbed his hands together and summoned the courage to say, "Rachel, you're the wife I've always wanted. I've been waiting for you.