Chapter 75

• He gave my hand a gentle squeeze, driving for a while until we arrived at his parents' huge house. I got out when Chris opened the door, taking my hand again, making me laugh as he noticed my nervousness, while I wondered why I hadn't dressed better. Allie had picked out a short"sleeved gray dress for me, along with some stockings and black heels. I was wearing the sapphire necklace that Christian had given me for my birthday. We crossed the house to reach the garden, which was surrounded by roses in various shades, and in the middle of them was a table where his mother was already waiting for us."
• "Hello," Chris greeted, leaning in to greet his mother.
• "Hello, I'm glad you could come."