Chapter 39

• "I absolutely love it," Nathalie replied with a smile, her gaze meeting Elise's.
• Elise returned the smile, her face lighting up. She was undeniably beautiful, especially in her elegantly tight black dress with her hair neatly pulled back. Despite being around fifteen years older, Nathalie imagined most men would choose Elise over her without hesitation.
• She chastised herself for such thoughts, knowing it was silly to compare herself to Ethan's ex after just one date. Besides, Nathalie felt confident in Ethan's feelings; they had been divorced for three years, and Elise was dating someone named Trevor. Ethan hadn't given her any reason to doubt his interest in her. Although they hadn't had the exclusive-relationship conversation, she felt it was implied, especially considering Ethan had only been with one other person after his marriage ended.