Undercurrents at the Engagement

Aria noticed the change in Rome's expression and instinctively tightened her grip on his arm.

Valerie didn't spare them a second glance and walked straight into the front hall.

She had barely taken a few steps when Sloane called out to her.

"Valerie," Sloane called.

Valerie turned toward Sloane's voice, her gaze falling on Vaughn and Sloane's joined hands. Valerie's eyes sparkled with satisfaction