Chapter28:

Thalia hesitated as she opened the door and stepped into the dimly lit room. Her eyes narrowed as she surveyed her surroundings. Despite the darkness, her werewolf senses allowed her to navigate with ease. Utilizing her secondary eyes, designed to see clearly in the dark, she moved forward. Such heightened senses were common among werewolves and certain other supernatural beings. Spotting Sandro at the bar nestled in a corner, Thalia's attention was drawn to his back, his muscles flexing as he reached for a champagne bottle. "You're early," he remarked, his tone dripping with surprise. "You didn't exactly leave me much choice," Thalia retorted, rolling her eyes. Seating herself on a leather couch positioned at the room's center, she crossed her legs and cast a quick glance at the dress she was wearing, making sure it was appropriate. The silver knee-length dress, short-sleeved and form-fitting, accentuated her curves. She believed this was the only aspect of herself that might captivat