Chapter 99

• Ninety nine
• *Rafe*
• As I held Freya close to me, I couldn't help but marvel at her selflessness. Her warmth and softness enveloped me, making me feel safe and loved. She was truly the best thing in my life, and I treasured every moment with her. I had been dreading telling her that I wouldn't be able to take her to the party because of Jessica, but Freya surprised me by giving me her understanding and permission. It was just one more example of her incredible kindness and generosity, even when she didn't have to be. As I gazed into her deep brown eyes, I knew that I was the luckiest person in the world to have her by my side.