As I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting the delicate straps of my teal dress, I couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement in my stomach.
Tonight was the night—my date with Ethan at the new rooftop restaurant in the city. The thought of spending the evening with him under the stars, surrounded by twinkling lights and the city skyline, sent my heart racing.
I envisioned laughter, intimate conversations, and maybe even a kiss that would make my toes curl.
Just as I was about to head downstairs, I took one last look at myself. My raven-black hair fell in soft waves around my shoulders, and my hazel-brown eyes sparkled with anticipation. This was going to be perfect.
I descended the grand staircase of the Alcove mansion, each step amplifying my excitement.
