{Hailey’s Pov}
Dinner was set like a scene from a movie. A long, polished table. Silver cutlery that sparkled under the chandelier. Crystal glasses filled with red wine. Everything was too perfect. Too quiet. Like the calm before a storm.
I sat between Clara and Kaira, my back straight, my hands in my lap. Across the table sat Julian, his eyes pinned on me like I was something he couldn’t decide whether to protect or destroy.
He hadn’t said a word since I walked in. Just stared.
It made my skin crawl. I picked at my food. Roasted lamb, creamy potatoes, grilled vegetables. Everything smelled amazing, but my stomach was too tight to eat.
Aaron was sipping wine, throwing me glances like he was waiting for something to explode. Luca drummed his fingers against his glass. Marcus stayed qu
