Chapter 72: Kaius’ Gifts
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Chapter 72
~Spring’s POV~
When I stepped out of the shower, steam curled around the mirror, hiding my reflection for a few seconds. I wiped a circle clean with my palm and stared at myself.
My eyes were tired, and my shoulders were stiff, but I looked stronger.
After towel-drying my hair and using the hand dryer, I slipped into the robe I saved for rare occasions and opened the large box we had bought from the boutique yesterday, sitting beside my vanity.
The gown inside shimmered softly. People whispered it was beautiful at the boutique, and now, staring at it under the soft bedroom lights, I just couldn’t agree more.
I slipped it on and zipped up the side, smoothing the fabric over my waist. It hugged my figure in all the right places, modestly but elegantly, and when I turned slightly, it shimmered with each movement like falling dusk.
I smiled at my reflection and adjusted a curl of hair behind my ear.
"Spring Kaine, you are beauti..." A knock sounded on my door, and my heart jumped. I wasn’t expecting anyone.
Before I could say anything, the door opened just a little enough for Kaius to peek in.