Chapter 1001:

“That’s right.”

“Okay…” She nodded, agreeing almost on instinct.

A quick glance at her calendar made her pause. Did she forget something? Why was Ellis so adamant about Tuesday night? Her gaze landed on the automatic reminder—Valentine’s Day. Realization dawned in an instant.

So it was for Valentine’s Day. What kind of gift should she prepare in return?

The thought lingered as their car eased into the garage.

Freya took in the view as they strolled through the grounds—a broad, well-kept garden stretched out before her, its smooth pebble walkways curving between vibrant hedges and a wide green lawn.

Ellis quietly slipped her suitcase from her grasp and guided her toward the entrance.

In this exclusive enclave, every villa stood as a testament to bespoke design—each one crafted by top-tier architects and decorated by celebrated interior teams. Homeowners had tailored their spaces to match their tastes, resulting in a collection of twelve distinctive residences, no two alike.

its state-of-the-art smart home features and a sleek, minimalist

exuded a gentle warmth. As soon as Freya stepped inside, she was struck by the inviting, almost cozy atmosphere. The décor suggested that a nurturing, gentle woman might live here, rather than Ellis himself. Subtle touches and homely details softened the space, revealing

with a quiet, unspoken tenderness—a kind of care that didn’t

the room to the left, leaving Ellis to take the

fresh

her room, she began unpacking her suitcase

generously sized walk-in closet. After everything was neatly tucked away, Freya turned toward the closet, intending to give it a quick inspection to check for dust or anything out of

the wardrobes, she froze mid-motion. Inside was a display of clothing and accessories, all artfully arranged. What unsettled her

instinctively

spot her at first, then stepped in, catching her

locked, if only

put

you like it?” Ellis asked, his gaze flicking to the open wardrobe. “If there’s anything you don’t like, just

“Ellis.”

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