Chapter 105 Guardrails

• I stand in front of my full-length mirror, my reflection framed by the delicate curve of the gilded edges. I watch the way the smooth silk of my midnight blue dress clings to my body, accentuating my curves and cascading until my knees.
• Then I adjust the thin straps over my shoulders. The anticipation of my romantic date with Liam is making my heart race.
• There is a knock on the door and I say, “Come in,” my voice sounding happier.