Daryl stared at the crisp invitation in his hand, the elegant gold lettering almost out of place in the station’s bustling environment.
The words “Anderson Foundation Annual Charity Gala” gleamed under the harsh fluorescent lights. His name, written in perfect script, stood out at the bottom.
He hadn’t expected this.
“Damn, rookie. Moving up in the world already?” Kyle Ramirez’s voice broke into his thoughts. He was leaning over Daryl’s shoulder, his ever-present smirk firmly in place. “First you go viral, now you’re getting invites to fancy parties? What’s next, the mayor’s office?”
Daryl folded the invitation and slipped it into his pocket, keeping his face neutral. “It’s just a charity event.”
Kyle snorted. “A charity event crawling with politicians and people who matter. You sure
