Chapter 53

In the car, Skye's face was set in a hard line, her anger still simmering from the earlier encounter. I tried to ease the tension. "Lilith's just a spoiled brat. Don't let her get to you." Skye took a deep breath, her eyes flickering as she shook her head. "I just don't want her to keep pushing your buttons and throwing insults." I glanced at her, feeling a surge of gratitude for her fierce protectiveness. As Skye met my gaze, a blush spread across her cheeks. She tilted her head. "Why do you keep staring at me like that?" I didn't answer as my mind was already made up. When the time was right, I would be going after Skye. I'd make her mine. But for now… I wasn't quite worthy to stand by her side. "By the way, would you come with me to a social event tonight?" Skye asked. "Sure," I said. "What's the occasion?" Skye's face brightened. "I'm hosting a small gathering to catch up with some friends and make a few business connections. There might be some young heirs from influential