LEAH'S POV There, standing in the doorway, was Ian, wearing nothing but a towel. He was soaking wet, his hair slicked back, and there was a look of concern on his face. "Did you see everything?" I asked, panic rising in my voice. Ian nodded, his eyes not leaving mine. "I won't tell anyone," he said, his tone reassuring. " Before I could respond, he spoke again. "I have a proposition for you," he said, his voice serious. "I'll keep quiet about what I saw if you'll do one thing for me." My heart raced, and I was filled with a mix of curiosity and trepidation. "What's the catch?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady. "I want you to be my date to the Welcome Party," he said, a slight smile playing at the corners of his mouth. I was taken aback by Ian's proposal. "Your

