The charity event was every bit as grand as Carmen had planned. For days afterward it was all the city talked about, considering the number of elites who had been invited to attend.
Carmen stood by the entrance wearing a crimson evening gown that made her look both vibrant and elegant. Her black hair was swept into a neat bun, jeweled pins woven through it that perfectly matched her blue eyes.
Beside her stood Nico with one arm wrapped comfortably around her waist.
He wore a wine-colored tuxedo that fit him perfectly, making him look every bit as refined as the guests arriving one after another. A warm smile rested on his face, one that seemed genuine as he greeted every guest who walked through the doors alongside Carmen, whose own smile remained soft and welcoming despite the fact that she barely knew half the people attending.
She had simply instructed that invitations be sent to every important figure in the city.
The orders had clearly been carried out.
