Three tables away, Damon sat with Serena and several of his friends. Jace Holden's loud laugh carried across the room as he raised his glass.
Damon's eyes found mine across the room.
Shock? Regret? I can’t tell.
It was the first time we’d seen each other in a week. To my own surprise, both Mira and I were far calmer than I’d expected.
Maybe I’d already hurt so much there was no room left for pain. Either way, I was grateful I still had this much courage.
Then I saw Damon suddenly stand up and take a step toward me.
Serena's hand shot out immediately, grabbing his wrist. She pulled him back down, whispering something in his ear. He hesitated, then settled back into his seat, though his gaze kept drifting my way.
"Congratulations again, Serena!" Jace's voice boomed. "Youngest female c
