Chapter 303

Evelina

Elowen stepped forward, wrapping her arms around Alaric in a familiar embrace. "It's been far too long, darling. I've missed our little adventures." She pulled back, her perfectly manicured hand lingering on his arm. "One dance for old times' sake? I promise I won't step on your toes like I used to."

Alaric remained rigid, neither returning her embrace fully nor pushing her away. "Elowen.