against her skin. Her face was lightly made up, her features sharper and more luminous for it. Molly barely recognized herself.

The stylist smiled. "Mr. Hadley chose this gown and the jewelry himself. They suit you perfectly, Ms. Hale."

"He always had good taste," Molly said.

The door opened. Adrian stepped in from his meeting, and his gaze landed on her — and stayed there.

The styling team read the room and quietly slipped out, pulling the door shut behind ...