The room was alive with music and laughter, but your attention snapped to Paul Aron the moment his gaze caught yours. He leaned casually against the bar, a knowing smirk tugging at his lips as he raised his glass in your direction.

“Enjoying the party?” he asked, sliding closer.

“Maybe,” you replied with a playful tilt of your head. “Depends on who’s asking.”

“Just someone wondering how I managed to miss you all night,” he said, his eyes sparkling.

The way he lingered on your smile made your heart race, and suddenly, the party felt like it was just the two of you.