Chapter 4

I bowed my head in apology, allowing Holland to stay with us.

Neither my son nor I objected to her presence in the house. Rafael was pleased, even showing me rare signs of affection as he said softly, "I'll have someone bring you some jewelry tomorrow. Make sure to get along with Holland. Whatever she has, you'll have too."

I nodded slightly, and he assumed I had truly given in, looking even more satisfied.

That night, I stayed in Aiden's room, while Rafael and Holland occupied the master bedroom.

Holland had mentioned she had never been a bride in her…