Chapter: 1946
“Writing, drawing..."
They ascended to the third-floor living room, where an expansive floor-to-ceiling window unveiled the mesmerizing night panorama.
Over the past two years, this space had become her sanctuary. A place to sit on the soft carpet, embracing the sunlight or channel her creativity into writing novels.
Brian joined her by the window, cradling her in his arm, their shared imaginations unfolding before them.
In the afternoons, she'd sit cross-legged on the plush carpet, clad in loose pajamas, her hair cascading gently over her shoulders as she sketched or tapped away on the keyboard.
The golden sunlight, streaming through the glass, painted her delicate features in an ethereal glow, akin to a masterpiece crafted by a skilled artist.
Brian sighed inwardly, grappling with regret once more.
If only he could rewind to two years ago, threading his life into hers sooner.
He could witness her evolution from the outset, an appreciation burgeoning into a gradual cascade of love.
Their story would unfold from the beginning, blessed with more companionship than misunderstandings.
Luckily, their shared destiny still stretched ahead.
Brian swiveled Rosalynn's form toward him. “Darling, thank you for affording me the chance to love you. It's a gift that ensures I harbor no regrets in this lifetime."
The lament of what might have been if he hadn't pursued her back echoed in his heart.
His eyes bore into her, pools of tenderness overflowing.
Rosalynn, feeling as if she'd indulged in an excess of honey, nearly sweet to the point of saturation, retaliated with a playful shove of his solid chest.
"Alright, didn't you complain about me cuddling Teddy and getting all dirty? I'll hop into a hot shower first."
Brian grinned and effortlessly lifted her into his arms “Teddy may be dirty, but even if you were, my dear, you'd smell heavenly."
Rosalynn hooked her arm around his neck, immune to his praise.
She knew very well that his flattering words were merely a ploy to secure more benefits for himself!
Two months later, Brewster's highly anticipated TV drama hit the screens.