Chapter 28

Gideon's POV

"No, Gideon. This has already gone too far!"

I felt Tessa's fingers slip from mine, and before I could react, she was already pulling away, disappearing quickly into the crowd. For a second, I stood frozen, watching that blue dress vanish as dozens of curious eyes flicked between me and her retreating figure.

My grandfather remained on stage, his proud expression shifting into confusi