#Chapter 156: Suit of Hearts

Tessa

I woke to a gentle knock on my bedroom door. Blinking away sleep, I glanced at the clock. 7:30 in the morning. The gala wasn’t until later that evening, but my stomach fluttered with anticipation anyway. Today was the day I’d finally wear my creation, against all odds.

“Come in,” I called out, sitting up against the headboard.

To my surprise, it wasn’t Gideon or Maisie who entered, but a wom