Lynne's POV:
Willy and I sat together in the backseat of his car. He draped an arm casually over my shoulders, leaning closer as his voice lowered. "You're not planning to get back together with him, are you? You know none of us think highly of that man."
"Absolutely not," I replied with a small laugh. "Warren Sterling is nothing more than a closed chapter."
"That's what I wanted to hear, sweetheart," Willy said with a satisfied grin. "Now, there's a gathering waiting for us tonight. I want to introduce you to some new friends."
"Tonight?" I raised a brow, smiling wryly. "Are you sure about this? I haven't even had time to change."
"You're perfect as you are, my princess," he said, gently brushing a strand of hair behind my ear. His voice was warm and indulgent, and his eyes held a fa
