While Nicolai and Jasmine were both enjoying their meal, a lady walked up to them. Her long, curly brown hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall, and her piercing blue eyes seemed to gleam with an inner light. Her elegant black evening gown hugged her curves in all the right places, making her a stunning vision as she approached Nicolai and Jasmine's table.
"Nicolai Devan." She said, her husky voice confident and self-assured. "I've heard so much about you."
Nicolai's eyes narrowed slightly as he looked up from his plate. "Do I know you?" He asked, his tone polite but cautious.
Arianna's smile faltered for a moment before she regained her composure. "I'm Arianna Holland." She said. "My father is... acquainted with you."
Nicolai's expression turned guarded, and he dropped his cutle
