Chapter 26: The Collection Room

Nadia’s POV

As Mason and I entered the collection room, I was immediately drawn to the walls lined with priceless artwork and glass cases filled with vintage treasures. It was like stepping back in time.

Mason watched me as I moved from one display to another, my eyes wide with wonder. "You look like you've found your heaven," he joked, but his voice was sincere.

I turned to him, smiling. "It's incredible. I can't believe all of this has just been sitting here."

His gaze softened. "You haven't seen anything yet. Come on." He led me to a corner of the room where a dress—emerald green and shimmering under the soft lighting—was displayed. It looked like something out of an old Hollywood movie, timeless and stunning.

"You should try it on," Mason suggested, his voice teasing but with an undercurrent of earnestness. "I bet it would look amazing on you."

I hesitated, the offer tempting but daunting. "Really? I don't know…"