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~Velma’s POV
He placed the rose in my hand, and the scent hit me, sweet and familiar, like he had somehow captured the very essence of romance in a single flower.
“Darling…” I managed to whisper, my voice thick with emotion.
“It’s just the start,” he said, smiling. “I thought we’d start with something simple, then you can dig into the real treasures.”
Jaden clapped his little hands and ran over, bouncing on his heels. “Mommy! Open the presents! Open the presents!” His voice was so full of excitement that it made my heart ache with happiness.
I knelt down, holding the rose close to me, and let Jaden pick the first box for me. It was small, wrapped in shiny pink paper with a golden bow. I untied it slowly, deliberately, savoring every second. Inside was a delicate bracelet, tiny cha
