Ava, after being away from Lucian for seven long years, encountered him unexpectedly and was stunned to realize he had changed significantly from the man she had left behind. Lucian, seeing Ava after all that time, found it hard to accept she was now a mother and seemed determined to make her face the consequences of her past actions. "Even though you're now wearing another man's ring, it doesn't diminish my claim over you," he declared, a hint of determination in his voice. "In fact, it only fuels my resolve, knowing you're engaged, yet my touch still ignites a fire within you." He playfully winked. He continued, "But I believe our little rose deserves some retribution for the lies she's told!"
