By Your Side

With the skill of a seasoned expert, the man delicately tied a butterfly knot at the back of Emma Hart's apron before circling to her front, a look of satisfaction painting his features. 

Emma Hart, puzzled by the man's proud demeanor, twisted and turned until she could see the exquisitely tied bow on her apron. 

Such attention to detail on a mere apron suggested that mundane life tasks like dealing with groceries could become interesting with him by her side. 

Yet, being with Damien Sterling seemed to negate any need to bother with such domestic trivialities.

"How does it look?" Damien Sterling inquired.

"Good," she replied, her tone leaving no room for doubt. What else could Emma Hart say but praise? To dampen his spirits now would be nothing short of heartless.