Danny’s sharp, hawk-like eyes fixed on the woman as she spoke. Then he turned to Laura with a calming smile. “Apologies. My troublesome family dynamics—nothing you need to concern yourself with. Enjoy yourself, and I’ll take you home later.”
The woman remained unfazed and repeated, “Old Mr. Dope requests both of your presence, Mr. Dope and Ms. Byron.”
Before anyone could react, Laura calmly nodded. “Please, lead the way.”
Danny’s brows furrowed slightly, but seeing the certainty in Laura’s gaze, he chose not to argue further.
Instead, he gently took her hand, his fingers threading through hers, locking them together tightly.
The crowd erupted once again—this was far more intimate than merely walking arm in arm.
“Damn, is this the ‘meeting the parents’ stage?”
“Oh my god, is Laura ab
