Threads of Fate and Truth    

[LINA]

I wrestled with the thought of introducing her to other men, but deep down, I knew it wouldn't work.

Estelle's heart was a stubborn thing, and no matter who crossed her path, she would eventually find her way to Damien. Fate seemed determined to tie them together, that much I was sure.

I had tried before. We had tried before.

Over the years, we introduced her to countless men—wonderful men who would have moved mountains for her.

But Estelle's heart was sealed, locked away with Damien's name etched upon it. No one else stood a chance.

And deep down, I knew the truth: no matter what I did, no matter how hard I tried to steer her away, fate would pull them together. She would meet him, whether I liked it or not.

I couldn't take that risk again—not this time.