Chapter 19

• The party, once boring, surprisingly became fun for Victoria. She didn't know whether to thank the alcohol or Damiano, who insisted she hit the dance floor, but since she danced to the first song, she couldn't stop.
• Her body was sweaty, her hair slightly damp, and her skin warm from the fervent heat amidst the equally lively crowd. Marina was already more drunk than she should have been in just a few hours of the party, but still managed to stand without causing any damage. Unlike Clara, who kept insinuating herself to the older man, who mostly ignored her.
• He couldn't focus on anyone else, Victoria had his complete devotion that night. His deep gaze had no other destination, and he hated that.