Moonlit Legacy

clammy hands, she smoothed the fabric of her dress, looking the part of the friendly host. The grand event she had meti

e clients and extravagant affairs, and all the demands that came with those. But tonight's event was different. It was highly exclusiv

the owner of the firm, p

drinks?", she asked

? Are they spotless?",

exclusive?", she asked a

Despite Natalie's years of experience in the industry, even she couldn't hide her jitters tonight. This even

ing every aspect of the event, from the lavish décor to the carefully curated guest list. She

ade her feel slightly uncomfortable due to the lack of coverage in strategic places, she greeted every guest with warmth and grace. She made an effort to make them feel welcomed a

inks, and the food. She absolutely needed to make sure that there was enough of everything, and if there was an unforeseen hiccup nobody was to f

e proclaimed, and he was proud of it. Dressed in a tailor-made suit, and new leather shoes, he walked into the ballroom. Sebastian was striki

rst rodeo; he was invited to parties like this on a weekly basis. Though even he had to admit that this was an impre

in attendance, but wondered what was happening

rong?", Enora asked slightly panicking.

tually. Rumor is that Sebastian Griffin just

create a buzz about the event and to raise fund for the cause. Enora looked around to see if she could spot him, and finally saw him standing at the bar,

stinctive in the crowded ballroom. He shrugged it off and turned his attention to a captivating redhead who had caught his eye earlier. Sebastian decided to indulge in the festivitie

his interest. Besides, he wasn't able to shake this nagging feeling that continued to be his companion for the night. He h

burlesque-themed affair. Enora's efforts had paid off, the event was exceeding all expectations, and she was receiving praise from several guests alr

o all the expectations Enora had to admit. Though, he was a tad too arrogant and too much of a player for her ta

ent. She moved through the crowded ballroom with practiced ease, her eyes scanning the room for

quickly and smiled at her boss. Those words of praise meant a

client, and I want you to work on it.", Natalie said, and she walked away to get a glass of champagne

ning smoothly until now, didn't mean she could let go. It needed to be perfect until every

f drinks still there. Enora signaled the bartender t

hing?", Enora asked. The bar

at's it.", she sa

umped straight into the chest of a man. The strong, muscular chest of a good smelling man. Enora felt hands on her upper arms that kept her from falling to the floor. She looked up to find crystal blue eyes. The blue eyes that belonged to

ckly tried to get back into her hostess mode. Sebastian loo

h his body. His hands sparked where he touched her skin, and he felt tingles racing through his body. That's when he rec

wanted to get this feeling of com

glected my previous company.", he s

ing with a redhead who seemed to thoroughly enjoy his attention. If she was honest to herself, she was longing for some mal

r being so affected by a chance encounter, reminding herself of the countless responsibilities that awaited her. With a determined set to her jaw, she plunge

that lingered within him, a sense of disquiet that clouded his thoughts despite the glamorous surroundings. As he engaged in animated conversation with the redhead, his mind drifte

ef wash over her. She couldn't deny the satisfaction of knowing that the event had been

e again left the redhead behind without a second thought. He stilled for a second when he spotted the woman at the exit

n congratulated the hostess in front of him, as he extended his hand towards her. Enora hesi

her fingers brushing against his as she reluctantly took his h

m hers and walked briskly towards the va