THIRD PERSON POV

The garden glittered like a thousand stars had fallen to the earth. The decorators had outdone themselves.

Light spilled over crystal glasses and expensive dresses. The sound of soft laughter, clinking glasses, and classical music filled the air. Everything shimmered, from the tall flower vases to the diamonds hanging from the women’s ears.

Hailey stood near one of the tables, her eyes sweeping slowly over the room. There must have been over a hundred guests, maybe more. ...