Annabel’s POV
The valet opened the sleek black car door with a slight bow, ushering me to step down. My hands trembled from nervousness, so I lingered for a moment before moving.
Daniel had left earlier than me, and he was supposed to be here waiting, as he promised.
I wondered where he might be, my eyes scanning the crowd with a flicker of hope that I would find him.
Finally, my gaze found him.
He stood there, beautiful and cruel, like the sin I’d been warned to stay away from.
He stood with the other high-profile members.
For a heartbeat, he didn’t move. The moment our eyes met, awe and surprise flickered across his face.
I was still inside the car when he covered the distance between us, extending his hand.
The moment I stepped out, the cool breeze brushed my skin, toying with
