Chapter 134

• The two women continued to trade playful jabs and teasing remarks, their laughter and delighted giggles ringing out in peals as they caught up on the recent developments in both of their romantic lives.
• By the time they rejoined the family downstairs for the evening meal, Lavinia's face was positively glowing with happiness and contentment.
• Much later that night, after returning home from her family's gathering, Lavinia lay nestled in the protective circle of Karl's arms as they lounged in bed together.