Erin quickly left the crowded reception hall and made her way to the garden.
The large swimming pool shimmered with cool blue water, and Erin couldn't resist crouching down to play with it, surprised to find the water was heated.
Suddenly, she heard footsteps approaching from behind. Afraid of being caught in such an undignified position, she quickly stood up. When she turned around, she was surprised to see Alva.
"Alva? What are you doing here?" Erin asked, genuinely shocked.
Alva was dressed in a perfectly tailored suit, holding a wine glass with deep red liquid swirling inside.
He didn't ask about her recent disappearance, but he masked his fleeting disappointment with a smile as he noticed the suit jacket she was wearing. "Same as you."
Erin felt she should explain, but before sh
