Cassian's smooth voice whispered in Evangeline's ear, carrying an almost imperceptible tremor.
The question he had just asked hit her like a stone thrown into a calm lake, sending ripples through her thoughts.
He struggled to control the excitement and anxiety building inside him, his gaze burning with intensity as he watched Evangeline.
The grand ballroom was awash in dazzling light, crystal chandeliers casting dreamlike glows, while the dance floor lights flickered, reflecting off her profile, making her even more enchanting. Her delicate features were illuminated in the soft glows, but more tellingly, Cassian's eyes revealed a deep, hidden anticipation and a trace of something more vulnerable.
Evangeline, caught off guard by his sudden question, felt her thoughts scatter like leaves
