Chapter 23

• They arrived at the mansion, and Ava's attention turned to Dennis's injuries. She gently cleaned and treated his bruises, her touch soft and caring. The sight of the little boy's pain-filled eyes tugged at her heartstrings, and she felt a surge of protectiveness and love.
• Dominic watched silently, admiring Ava's tender care for Dennis. He saw the genuine concern etched on her face, and his heart swelled with appreciation for the woman she had become to Dennis. He couldn't help but think that he had made the right decision in marrying her, but a pang of uncertainty lingered. Was she truly happy in this arrangement?
• As he observed Ava's devotion to Dennis, Dominic's thoughts turned inward. He had tried to guard his heart, still holding onto the memories of his first wife. However, living with Ava for months had stirred feelings he couldn't ignore. He wasn't sure what to make of these emotions or how to process them.