Sebastian extended his hand, his expression a mix of challenge and invitation. "Shall we?" he asked, his voice low, almost a whisper, yet full of anticipation.
Aria hesitated for only a fraction of a second before she placed her hand in his. The warmth of his touch sent a shiver through her, but she held his gaze, determined not to let him see just how much he affected her.
Aunt Marie watched the two with a small frown on her face. Sebastian Beau Leclair, she mused again, her sharp eyes assessing him with a mixture of wariness and intrigue. There was something about him that unsettled her, something that went beyond his reputation. He was undeniably handsome, charming even, but there was a depth to his gaze that hinted at a darkness she couldn't quite place. She'd heard the stories, of c
