Chapter 24

"You know, Gemma, I really thought you'd be more nervous. You're not that bad. This could be the start of a great friendship." I looked at my brother in shock. What the hell was going on here? Gemma giggled at me taking a sip of his whiskey, but his hand was still on my thigh. 　　 I sat there quietly. By the time the ballroom was ready, I was on my sixteenth glass of champagne. We walked in and I'd be lying if I said I didn't like the feeling that Gemma holding me in his arms. His strong arms wrapped around my waist. I leaned into him more and he showed a questioning looking. I mouthed the word 'just acting' and he nodded, pulling me closer. We sat down at tables and when I was tempted to leave, Gemma stopped me. 　　 The dance will start with the first dance of the Alphas and their mates. Then the floor will open to anyone. The classical music begins to play. Gemma leads me to the dance floor. I'm not much for dancing, but this dance was etched in my heart and soul in every clas