Chapter 105

Victoria's POV "When did you arrange all this?" I asked suspiciously. "Did you plan to bring me here all along?" Damien gave a soft laugh, his eyes glinting with mischief in the moonlight. "You're here now, aren't you?" He poured the wine and handed me a glass. We clinked them together before settling back in our chairs, gazing at the sky and the distant glowing shoreline. The full moon hung heavy and bright above the horizon, rising from the sea in a perfect display of natural beauty. It called to our wolves, though both of us were skilled enough to keep them contained during this non-ceremonial night. I had initially been wary, thinking Damien might have other intentions in bringing me to such a romantic spot, but he seemed content to simply enjoy the moment. I allowed myself to relax. "When are you heading back to Crescent City?" I asked, taking another sip of wine. "What, are you going to miss me?" His voice was teasing, that familiar arrogance coming through. "Quite the opposite,"