He Gave Her My Eyes A Story of Final Sight novel Chapter 204

Teresa took a slow, steady breath. Her voice was calm, almost gentle. “Lawrence, I hope in my next life I’ll never have to meet you again.”

She let the painting slip from her fingers, watched it fall to the floor, then turned and walked away without looking back.

She stepped out of the detention center right at noon. The sun was straight overhead, spilling bright light across everything. It felt like the sky itself was clearing, the sunshine sweeping away every last bit of gloom.

Standing there in the warmth, Teresa finally let herself relax. Everything that had weighed her down felt lighter. It was all behind her now.

It was time to start over.

She handed the reins of GlobalSpan Logistics to Lewis and barely stopped by the office anymore. Most days, she lost herself in her art. Things with Naomi were getting better too. After Naomi had jumped in to protect her, they had slowly started to repair what was broken. Life had finally settled into a quiet rhythm, and Teresa cherished it.

One afternoon, Teresa got an invite to an art exhibition. She dressed up for the occasion, and the moment she walked in, it felt like the whole room turned to look at her. She was confident and graceful, offering thoughtful comments on every piece she saw.

A man approached her, smiling. “Teresa, what are the odds we’d run into each other here?”

She turned, instantly recognizing him, her eyes lighting up. “Dave.”

She crossed over, and they hugged like old friends. Then Teresa noticed the woman by his side. “And you are?”

Dave looked proud as he introduced her. “Teresa, this is my wife, Davina. I’ve mentioned her before. She’s a painter too. I just knew you two would get along.”

Davina’s warmth was immediate. She took Teresa’s hand, grinning. “So it’s true, Dave really does know Teresa. I can’t believe I’m meeting you in person. This is such an honor.”

Teresa set her wine down and nodded. “Of course, anything.”

Davina looked a little nervous, but hopeful. “Teresa, I’ve gotten so into ink wash painting these last couple of years. I’ve heard The Craft & Vision Atelier is the best place to learn about it, and that the founder, Simon, is an old classmate of yours. Do you think you could introduce me?”

Davina was right. No one knew more about ink wash painting than Simon. The only problem was, Simon wasn’t exactly easy to approach, and getting into The Craft & Vision Atelier was a challenge.

“I’ll ask him for you,” Teresa promised. “As soon as I hear back, I’ll let you know.”

With that settled, the three of them relaxed into easy conversation. After a while, Dave leaned in, curiosity in his voice. “So, Teresa, are you dating the guy who saved you at the ranch?”