Damn, Harvey!” Lieutenant Dixon’s voice boomed above the rising cacophony around them. “I wouldn’t have recognized you in a million years if you hadn’t spoken to me now.”

Diana laughed at the surprised and yet admiring look Dixon had on his face. The last six months had been a time for change, a gradual yet much needed change. Everyone there at the annual police ball had the same affectionate look on their faces for her. Never had she worn such an elegant dress before. The midnight ...