Grace instantly recalled that passing comment she’d made to Evelyn—how she'd always wanted a home with a pool. Raphael must’ve overheard it. And clearly, he’d taken it to heart. He even remembered her saying their current place felt too cramped.
This wasn’t just a “bigger” home. It was her dream—every box checked, every detail seen. It was as if Raphael were a genie, conjuring every item on her secret wishlist.
She couldn’t help it—Grace screamed.
“Oh my god!” she shouted, and then, almost in the same breath, threw herself into his arms.
Raphael was caught off guard, but his reflexes were quick. He caught her, held her tightly.
She hugged him hard—clinging to him like she never wanted to let go. Her body trembled with excitement.
“How are you so amazing?”
He buried his face in the c
