Chapter 38

I went to have dinner with my friend. The rich aroma of fine cuisine filled the air, but my mind was elsewhere. My plate remained half untouched as my gaze kept drifting toward Lucian. He stood at the stage, his tall, commanding presence impossible to ignore, exuding power and elegance. He was deep in conversation with the event planner, his expression serious, his gestures precise as he instructed her on something. I couldn't help but wonder—what was he planning? My heart pounded with anticipation. I couldn't wait to see what surprise he had planned for me. "Oh my God, Anna," Rose groaned, rolling her eyes dramatically. "Can you stop staring at Dr. Grey for one second and just eat?" Heat rushed to my cheeks. I immediately dropped my gaze, stabbing at my food in an attempt to appear unaffected. Lily giggled, nudging me playfully. "She can't take her eyes off him," she teased. "Completely lost in love. She is drawn to him like a magnet." I remained silent, not lifting my head. Deep down