Raelynn sat curled up on the plush couch in the library. Her legs were tucked beneath her, a thick romance novel open in her hands. The subtle scent of old books mixed with the faint aroma of blooming roses from the nearby garden, creating a serene atmosphere. The pages of her book whispered as she flipped them, completely absorbed in the passionate exchange unfolding between the rich, brooding male lead and the sweet, struggling female lead.
Her heart raced a little as she read the pivotal moment—when the two leads finally gave in to their emotions. Raelynn's fingers gripped the edges of the book tighter, her eyes wide with anticipation.
"Finally," she whispered to herself, a small, excited smile tugging at her lips.
The creak of the heavy library door broke the silence. Raelynn barely had time to look up before Elion's deep voice filled the room.
"I knew you were here," he said, his tone laced with a mixture of fondness and authority.
