Chapter 103

• Charlotte's heart raced with anticipation as she and Blake approached the venue for the art exhibit. The large, modern building glowed against the evening sky, with soft lights spilling through the glass façades and illuminating the gathering crowd. She could hardly believe how excited she felt. Just a week before, she had been caught in the monotony of daily life, struggling to keep her head above water, but now the prospect of the evening ahead made her feel as if she could breathe anew.
• “Are you ready to be inspired?” Blake asked, a playful glint in his eyes as they stepped into the foyer.
• “Absolutely,” Charlotte replied, her voice lit with enthusiasm. “The invitation itself was inspiring. I can’t thank you enough for this.”