Lucian’s POV
I stood by the garden's edge, watching the crowd and feeling an overwhelming urge to leave. Mark always teased me about becoming a recluse, and tonight, I felt he might be right. This party was filled with business magnates and competitors, all vying for attention and recognition. In my world, the jealousy and competition were palpable, and it made socializing exhausting.
Despite my discomfort, I knew I had to stay. Building relationships with influential people was crucial for my success, even if it meant enduring events like this. My gaze drifted through the sea of faces, searching for Aurora. When I finally spotted her, she was with some guy who was clearly trying to cozy up to her. The urge to intervene surged within me, but I reminded myself that Aurora wasn't my girlf
