POV’s Tate I stepped out into the cool, night air. I’d decided to wear a pair of black slacks and a cream silk button-down. A gold belt was cinched at my waist, and I held a small leather purse in my hand. My ballet flats didn’t make a sound as I walked out to the town car waiting for me. I opened the door, silently sitting inside. “Good evening,” I greeted the driver, trying to hide my nerves with a smile. “Good evening, Miss Mathison,” he replied, eyes not leaving the road as he began driving. My hangover felt significantly better after I’d showered and taken a nap. Now, a new pain entered my stomach, and it had nothing to do with how much I had drunk last night. I fidgeted with the gold bracelets covering my wrists, staring out the window. I didn’t dare ask for the aux. I didn’t n

