A pang of melancholy gripped Karina, but she collected herself and offered a smile. “No, a friend came back into town today. Rosalynn and I went to celebrate, so I couldn’t join you for dinner.”

Virgil nodded, withdrawing a small box from his pocket. “This is for you, Karina.”

Karina blinked her eyes and accepted the box. “Is this a present for me?”

“Yes, I messed up earlier and wanted to make amends. I hope you Like it.”

A wave of warmth washed over Karina’s sadness.

Opening the box, she found a butterfly brooch.

shimmered under the light, almost

lovely. I appreciate the

face. “Annalise was

smile faltered. “Did you shop for this

chose it,”

felt a sudden

and it was she who

Annalise going to influence all aspects of Virgil’s life from

when you’re ready!” Denisse called from

Karina forced down the lump in her throat. She cast her eyes

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