‘Finally!’ The grand hall was adorned with shimmering lights and elegant decorations, the air filled with the soft murmur of conversation and the gentle strains of music. ‘Calm down, Valeria.’ Valeria stood at the entrance, her heart racing with anticipation, her hand clasped firmly in her father Liam's.

As they stepped into the hall, all eyes turned towards them, the crowd parting to make way for the father and daughter duo. “Who is she? Why is she with master Mackarthy? She ...