(Elias’ POV)
My nerves got stronger as we drove closer to the location. There was every chance that this would go wrong. I tried to draw Harper out by making small talk. I mentioned that I had made sure Stokes wasn’t ruining her birthday by bugging her, and she smiled and thanked me. She kept looking out the window, and I readied myself in case she realised where we were heading and reacted badly.
I pulled to the side of the road where I was directed and saw the pathway we were to take. I glanced over at Harper, who was looking out the window. She seemed uneasy in herself, but when I helped her out of the car, she smiled at me. We began down the path, and just as I saw the lights decorating the gazebo come into view, I felt Harper stiffen and then gasp behind me. I turned quickly, and s
