Daniel’s POV

After Ashina flat out rejected my proposal back at my apartment, I had resolved to steer clear and avoid her, but it just wasn’t working. She filled my thoughts and occupied every space in my head. It was maddening.

When Nathan asked me to go in place of him for the Unity Ball, I immediately refused and had no intentions of changing my mind. Hearing Ashina was going to be there as well, just me and her, sparked something in me. Without thinking, I accepted Nathan’s offer in a ...