Chapter 16 - Designing the Dream Kitchen
Back at the estate, a team of interior designers had arrived to discuss the renovation plans for the kitchen—a project Evelyn had wanted to tackle for years.
Julian sat at the dining table alongside Evelyn, spreading out blueprints and color swatches. Instead of dictating terms like he used to in the corporate world, he listened intently to every preference Evelyn expressed.
"What do you think of this marble finish, Julian?" she asked, pointing to a sample.
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"If it makes you happy and gives you the space to bake those chocolate chip cookies the girls love, then it's the only choice that matters," Julian answered, his eyes fixed on her rather than the catalog.
The lead designer smiled knowingly, recognizing that no matter how luxurious the materials were, the true foundation of this home was the deep, mutual respect shared between the couple.
