Ruby's POV

Saturday came faster than I expected.

That afternoon, Austin pulled up in front of my place, dressed smartly in a dark suit that made him look even more sophisticated than usual. I slipped into the car quietly, my nerves knotting tighter as we drove toward his family house.

The moment we turned onto the long driveway, my breath caught. Luxury cars lined both sides of the entrance. Sleek black sedans, gleaming sports cars, brands I had only ever seen in magazines. Even the air felt ...