*Genevieve*

Getting ready was harder this time. I had gotten used to the state dinners, dressing up, and trying to impress people I didn't care about. I liked being able to blend into the crowd and not worry about what they thought about me. I hated the way it all felt like a waste of time and money.

Today was different though. I had avoided Rowan for so long. I had been successful most days. I hadn't talked to him at all since the kiss, not even a passing greeting. ...