Aspen silently swore that she was going to escape his clutches one day.

The instructor, Lily Williams, replied calmly, "Yoga is a practice that helps you relax. It's about becoming one with nature and your own body and mind. What it values is harmony between humanity and nature—letting things flow naturally.

"Ms. Stevens, your mind is clearly unsettled today. I think it's best we end your session here."

Aspen thought for a moment, then nodded. "Alright. Thank you, Ms. Williams. I'll come back tomorrow."

Lily smiled, then suddenly pointed outside the studio and said, "That gentleman is waiting for you again with flowers, Ms. Stevens. It's pretty obvious—he really likes you."

Aspen turned her gaze toward the glass doors at the front of the studio. There stood Seth, holding a bouquet, dressed sharply and polished like a spoiled, wealthy heir straight out of a TV drama. His eyes glowed as he looked at her.

His expression was calm and elegant, with a refined sort of charm. If sh