MIAS POV

The car rolled to a stop in front of the house, and Tristan turned to me with a small smile. Ill pick you up tonight for the party. Be ready.

I nodded, my heart fluttering at the thought of the evening ahead. The idea of finally stepping out of the shadows, dressed in something beautiful, made me feel a spark of excitement I hadnt felt in years.

Thank you for everything, I said before stepping out of the car.

Dont thank me yet, Tristan replied with a ...