ELOISE I was forced to sit with the baron in the backseat of his limo while Nina and Mr. Ross's car drove ahead of us. I gazed out of the tinted window, silently hoping that this moment would pass quickly so I wouldn't have to endure close proximity to this man. The city lights blurred into streaks as we navigated the busy streets, and I pretended to remain unaffected. I just hope Adam was on time so I wouldn't have to force myself to be the baron's arm candy. After what seemed like an eternity, Callum finally broke the silence. "You must be thrilled." "Thrilled about what?" I replied. "Thrilled about this arrangement. Malcolm and I usually attended these social gatherings. You'll find it quite enjoyable, I assure you, especially since you might be expected to attend some of th