The lingering orchestra chords faded into a soft, melodic arrangement of strings that swept gently across the high stone rafters of the banquet hall.
Grand crystal chandeliers dimmed to a warm, amber glow as couples began stepping out onto the polished wooden dance floor.
I was reaching for a glass of sparkling cider from a passing server's tray when a large hand closed firmly around my wrist.
"No more drinks, chica," Diego’s voice sounded right behind my shoulder.
Before I could turn around, he stepped into my space and his Intoxicating scent forcefully invaded my nose, turning Nyx to a docile dog within. He wrapped his fingers around mine, taking the glass from my hand, placing it onto a nearby table, and leading me directly toward the center of the dance floor.
Murmurs rippled ac
