Aiden's POV
I stood in the center of the grand hallway, a restless, electric energy buzzing beneath my skin. I was entirely on edge, but for the first time in months, it was because of pure excitement. Alina was coming back. I had spent the entire morning personally ensuring everything was perfect. Her room had been meticulously cleaned, the linens changed, and every single corner of the estate was completely spotless.
"You certainly seem excited," a bitter voice cut through my thoughts, causing my broad smile to instantly falter.
I turned my head to see Emily standing at the top of the stairs, her arms tightly crossed over her pregnant belly. She slowly walked down the steps, her eyes scanning my face with deep resentment. "You should really take your time, Aiden. Alina is your ex-wife. You getting this worked up and excited over her returning to this house will forever make absolutely no sense to me."
