Us, Until we weren't
The evening breeze carried soft laughter across the seaside villa as Lucian’s family gathered for their vacation celebration. With Lucian by her side, Seraphine was welcomed with warm smiles—his parents speaking to her kindly, while his siblings acted pleasant enough to keep the peace. She almost believed, for a moment, that she truly belonged. But when Lucian stepped away, the atmosphere shifted. The smiles faded into smirks, and the warmth turned cold. His siblings exchanged knowing glances before making subtle remarks—quiet enough to sound harmless, yet sharp enough to sting. They laughed at her choices, questioned her place in their family, and made no effort to hide their disdain. Seraphine stood there, forcing a composed smile, silently enduring every word. By the time Lucian returned, everything was different again. They greeted him as if nothing had happened—cheerful, welcoming, convincing. Seraphine met his eyes, offering a small, reassuring smile, choosing silence over co
About Us, Until we weren't
The evening breeze carried soft laughter across the seaside villa as Lucian’s family gathered for their vacation celebration. With Lucian by her side, Seraphine was welcomed with warm smiles—his parents speaking to her kindly, while his siblings acted pleasant enough to keep the peace. She almost believed, for a moment, that she truly belonged. ...Read more