It had been a week, and Kate was feeling better, though she still wasn't at a hundred percent. But she didn’t want to worry Bastien, so she focused on designing from bed. Her tablet was full of new sketches, fresh ideas and dreamy dress outlines straight from her heart.

Bastien entered the room and stood watching her with that look of admiration and tenderness that only he could give. She was so focused on her screen that she didn’t even notice his presence—until his scent wrapped around her. She closed her eyes, inhaling deeply, and then looked up. The moment their eyes met, she smiled.

—Love…

—Hi, beautiful —Bastien kissed her lips—. How are you feeling today?

—Good... just like yesterday and the day before —she replied with a cheeky grin. Bastien chuckled.

—Come on, let’s go.

—Go where?

—A physical therapist is waiting for you in the gym. Put on something comfortable. Today we start therapy.

Kate’s eyes lit up instantly.

—Does that mean I can get up?

—Yes, love. You’re allowed to m