#Chapter 220: Friendly Reunion

Iris My parents’ grand ballroom is nothing short of a winter wonderland tonight, with silver and white decorations hanging from the high ceiling, icicle lights dripping from the chandeliers, and tall glass vases filled with white roses and silver branches on every table. My mother really outdid herself this time. No wonder the annual Willford New Year’s Eve party always has such a turnout. Arthur and I stand near the refreshments table, watching as Miles darts around the room with a very-chagrined looking Caleb in tow. My brother catches my gaze as he passes and rolls his eyes, and I wink. “You’re the one who said you’d play babysitter tonight,” I coo. Caleb just groans something about being too old for this nonsense and disappears into the crowd after Miles, who takes off at a sprint when he sees cupcakes on display. Arthur is smiling, but his eyes suddenly focus on something over my shoulder. “Oh, I think the guest of honor just arrived.” I