Chapter 0506

Nina

The night sky was a tapestry of stars, seeping through the curtains and casting an ethereal glow in the bedroom of my father's mansion. Enzo was sprawled on the bed, lost in a book, while I sat at the vanity, running a brush through my hair.

"My dad's really going all out with this ball, huh?" I finally said, setting down the brush.

Enzo looked up, marking his page with a thumb. "He's excited. Can't blame the man. A grandchild and a doctor-to- be daughter in one go. That's a lot of happiness."

I bit my lip, gazing at my reflection. "I know, but... a ball? It feels... overwhelming."

"What's on your mind?" Enzo asked, closing his book entirely now, his full attention on me.

ball is a whole other story. I never really grew up with...

up, crossing the room to stand behind me. He met my eyes in the mirror. "Dancing at a ball is different than dancing in the club together, you know," he teased. "Galas are a common thing here in the upper

mean I have to actually dance and not just move my hips?" I quipped, but my eyes were serious. "Yes," Enzo laughed, turning me to face him. "How about we

shot him a sideways glance. "You're

grinned, pulling his phone from the bedside table and fiddling with it until soft music

teacher, show me the way," I said, allowing

in his, Enzo placed his other hand on my waist. "Now, remember

try, but

Enzo began moving us in time to the music. The first few steps were awkward; I was overthinking each move. But then Enzo locked eyes

You're a natural," he said softly,

as unexpected as it was freeing. I felt lighter, as

touching. "You think we're ready for

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