*Olivia*

As I’d come to expect any time a Valentino man took me on a surprise trip, there was a bottle of ridiculously expensive champagne waiting for us in the car. Tallon popped it for us and handed out generous glasses. I took a small sip, wanting to feel a slight buzz but also aware that it was only about 10:00 in the morning. If I had any hopes of making it through the whole day without falling asleep, I couldn’t get wine-drunk just yet.

“Alright, today ...