The car began to slow as they approached a large, glowing building. It looked more like a palace than a house, with soft golden lights shining along the walls and roof. The driveway was lined with tall flower arrangements, and a long red carpet stretched up wide marble stairs that led to the entrance. Uniformed staff stood on either side, ready to welcome guests.
Rowan stopped the car right at the front steps. He stepped out calmly, moving with his usual quiet confidence, and came around to open the back door.
Darius stepped out first, tall and sharp in his black suit. He turned around and offered his hand to Cassandra. She placed her fingers in his, stepping out carefully in her heels.
The moment she stood beside him, everything seemed to stop.
People turned. Eyes landed on them. The
