Leo felt a buzzing in his head.
He couldn't wrap his mind around it. How had Brittany pulled this off?
"Where's Nicole? Get her in here!" he roared.
The secretary hesitated before answering cautiously, "Assistant Carter... she hasn't been around since noon."
Leo froze.
Nicole was his most reliable assistant. She had never disappeared without a reason.
The restaurant's crystal chandelier cast a warm glow, reflecting off the elegantly plated dishes on the table.
Adrian raised his wine glass with effortless grace, taking a slow sip of red wine.
Brittany's cheeks were lightly flushed, her eyes hazy.
"Having a good time?" Adrian's voice was low and gentle.
"I am." Brittany giggled, everything about tonight feeling like a dream.
Stepping out of Leo's shadow, she felt like s
