Chapter 96
VANESSA
I walked behind Eric's guard, my heels clicking on the floor as I followed him through the crowded room.
I assumed he was leading me to the edge corner where Eric had been, but instead, he navigated through the throng of people and pushed open the heavy doors, revealing a dark and cool night air. I felt a shiver run down my spine as I realized Eric had moved.
The guard stopped in front of a large and long sleek, black car, its surface gleaming like polished obsidian. The doors slid open with a soft whoosh, inviting me to enter. I hesitated, my mind racing with doubts.
But I knew the meeting wouldn't take place in public, so I steeled myself for what was to come, taking a deep breath, I stepped into the car, the door shutting behind me with a soft thud. The interio
