# Clara Vance's POV
The evening air in Everbrook City carried the scent of jasmine from the garden outside Aiden's villa. I curled deeper into the plush sofa, watching Chloe arrange fresh flowers in a crystal vase while Aiden reviewed documents at his desk. The scene felt impossibly peaceful after everything we'd endured.
"These lilies are beautiful," I murmured, admiring Chloe's handiwork. "Where did you find them?"
"The market near the Heavenly Justice Group building," Chloe replied, adjusting a stem with careful precision. "The vendor said they symbolize rebirth and new beginnings."
Aiden glanced up from his papers, a rare smile softening his usually stern features. "Seems appropriate. We're all starting fresh chapters here."
I felt warmth spread through my chest at his words. After the chaos in Jiangnan Province and the constant threat from the Qin family, these quiet moments felt precious. Sacred, even.
