Knox POV
The scent of roasted coffee beans and powdered sugar filled the air as I stepped into the adjoining room. The mayor's team lingered by the food table, stacking small sandwiches onto napkins and sipping from paper cups filled with fresh-brewed espresso and orange juice.
My eyes immediately found her.
Sienna stood just a few feet away, talking to two of the mayor’s aides—young, over-confident types in tight suits and glossy loafers. I could already tell they weren’t listening to a word she said. They were watching. Captivated, like deer in headlights. Couldn’t blame them, honestly. Sienna wasn’t just smart—she was magnetic. She had the kind of body that made men pause mid-sentence. Hell, even a gay man would have to admit she was... undeniable.
I caught a glimpse of my cousin Ca
