As soon as they added each other, Lilyana sent the photo over.

Ariana opened the image and found herself mesmerized by Lilyana's talent for capturing beauty. In that photograph, she appeared radiant, an ethereal vision she had never witnessed before.

The photo deeply resonated with Ariana, and she cherished it dearly.

After saving the image, she changed out of the dress and returned it to Lilyana's care.

“I'll contact you if there's any news,” Ariana assured with a warm smile as they bid farewell at the door.

Lilyana nodded, her concern evident as she reminded Ariana to be cautious on her way. Though their meeting had been brief, their connection seemed to transcend time.

Once Ariana disappeared from sight, Lilyana closed the door to her shop, sighing softly.

“She's gone. You can come out now," of the door to the inner chamber. she uttered, prompting the opening

Stepping out from the hidden sanctuary was Theodore.

Lilyana fixed Theodore with a stern gaze, her hands clasped firmly behind her back, as if accusing him.

"I warned you to quit smoking a long time ago, and yet here you are, still puffing away in my shop. You nearly got caught by that young lady.”

“Sorry, thank you for covering for me." Although Theodore apologized, his attention had already shifted to Lilyana‘s phone, which rested on the counter. The screen still displayed the photo Lilyana had just taken of Ariana.

Lilyana, ever perceptive, caught onto his wandering thoughts and playfully teased him with a smile, "If you want to look, then look openly. It's nothing to be ashamed of.”

Theodore snapped back to reality, expressing his gratitude with a nod to Lilyana, before picking up the phone to examine the image more closely.

In the photograph, the subject donned an exquisite and resplendent wedding gown, a subtle smile gracing her lips. The ethereal glow from above bathed her in a breathtaking beauty.

Beside him, Lilyana let out a wistful sigh.

"This dress is truly perfect for her. It's such a pity that she refused it."

A tinge of regret tinged her voice as she glanced at Theodore, who wore a smile in his eyes.

"She must be the wife you always speak of.

Otherwise, why would you go to such great lengths to design this one-of-a-kind wedding dress?"