Dominic’s Pov
I noticed Sienna becoming much quieter as the sun sank behind the green hills.
She stood near the corner of the wooden veranda, her fingers lightly tapping against her cold glass of water. A heavy, protective worry stirred in my chest. I knew Sienna had spent too much of her early life comparing herself to women who fitted easily into wealthy, elite social circles. I worried that my old familiarity with Celestine had made her feel out of place or insecure.
I stepped away from Alexander and walked out onto the veranda, the cool evening air brushing past my face.
"Everything alright, trouble?" I asked softly, coming up behind her and wrapping my arms around her waist.
Sienna leaned her head back against my chest, letting out a small, quiet breath.
"I'm fine, Dom," she mur
