Chapter 40

• Alexei
• As I observed from where I was standing, the thrill of finally seeing her up close sent a surge of happiness coursing through me. She was even more captivating than I had imagined. Her every movement, every expression, was a revelation of beauty that took my breath away.
• I couldn't help but admire her grace, the way her hair framed her delicate features, and the way her eyes sparkled with a unique combination of strength and tenderness. Her presence was like a magnet, drawing me in, and I couldn't tear my eyes away. My heart swelled with joy at the sight of the woman who was meant to be mine.