Damien
Vivian was trembling in my arms. I pulled her closer, pressing her soft curve against my chest.
I wanted her to feel calm beating of my heart. I wanted her to know that the nightmare was finally coming to an end.
We glided across the polished marble floor as the orchestra began to play.
Around us, the wealthiest people in the city watched in complete silence.
And standing at the corner of the dance floor, Julian Sterling looked like he was slowly dying from the inside out.
I made sure to keep my back straight to shield Vivian from his view. For these three minutes, she belonged entirely to me.
She tilted her head backa and her beautiful, tear-filled eyes met my gaze. She looked so entirely confused, like she was trying to wake up from a dream.
"Damien... how?" She breathe
