When they walked out of the store, Venetia was in one of her new outfits, feeling strangely empowered by the sudden upgrade in her wardrobe. Of course, she could never wear something like this to work, but it would be perfect for a dinner out with Lewis. After lunch in a cute little bistro, they spent the rest of the afternoon at the art museum, Lewis following Venetia from one floor to the other, enjoying watching her more than the art.

By the time they got back to the hotel late that afternoon, it was all Lewis could do to keep his hands off Venetia.

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They were both silent for a long time, the enormity of what had just happened a bit shocking for them both. Venetia had long ago decided that her career was more important than romance, while Lewis had given up on ever finding a woman who was everything he wanted. Now they both found themselves faced with something that neither had expected.