And with that, he ended the call, shaking his head fondly. He was certain of one thing; tonight was going to be interesting.
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The shopping trip was a mixture of joy and torment for Livia.
On one hand, she was thrilled when she and Henry finally found a beautiful dress that fit her perfectly, a deep emerald green that complemented her skin and made her feel elegant in a way she hadn’t before. On the other hand, the price tag nearly made her faint.
“Henry, this is too much,” she protested, holding the dress against her chest as if she were trying to shield herself from the guilt of spending so much money.
Henry crossed his arms and gave her a firm look. “Livia.”
She bit her lip. “I don’t need something this expensive. I can find something cheaper…”
“No.” His voice left no room for a
