Mirellie
I stumbled backward in surprise, but the stranger's hand tightened around my arm before I could lose my balance completely.
“Careful,” he said, amusement dancing in his voice. “If the Luna falls over tonight, half the hall might faint from shock.”
I blinked. Then blinked again. The man standing before me was tall. Very tall. Broad shoulders strained against the dark suit he wore and, unlike Evander's cold, intimidating presence, this man's energy felt lighter, easier and dangerous in an entirely different way.
His eyes were bright with mischief. The kind of eyes that suggested he enjoyed causing trouble. I immediately distrusted him.
Unfortunately, he was also ridiculously handsome. His lips curved when he caught me staring.
“Better?” he asked.
I realized he was still holdi
