Ryder's focus remained solely on Nora as he sailed through the crowd, his long strides swiftly closing the gap between them. Although Eve continued to speak, Nora's focus was unwavering, her eyes reflecting a tumult of feelings directed at Ryder.
As Ryder approached closer, Eve’s gaze turned to the floor, unable to maintain his smile, before stepping back. She anxiously glimpses between him and Nora.
The announcer was echoing throughout the place. “Let’s have our last dance for the night…”
Ryder grabbed Nora’s hand and said, “Would you grant me the pleasure of dancing with you?"
"D… d… don't think…” was all she blurted out.
At this point, Alex had appeared next to Ryder, whose voice was dangerously low. "What is going on here, Ryder?”
“Because I merely want to dance with her,” R
