This kiss shocked everyone present. As for Lucas, he felt his heart thump and the color rise in his face. Though silent, both Sophia and William in their surprise, turned toward Samuel.

As for Samuel, he looked like he might lose it. He picked up his half-full bottle and drained it in one gulp. After finishing, he turned his bloodshot eyes to Eliana sitting across from him, filled with pain.

Eliana paid no attention to him at all, taking a sip of her champagne, she ...