Chapter 220 Open Provocation

Leona's POV He swirled the wine in his glass and tapped it lightly against mine. "Leona, even if we can't be lovers, I'll always be your friend. Cheers." Warmth rose in my chest as I met his bright golden eyes. "Of course. Cheers." I lifted my glass and finished it in one go. Viktor set down his drink and extended a hand toward me. "In that case, my beautiful lady, may I have the honor of a dance?" "My pleasure." Smiling, I placed my hand in his. The moment my fingertips brushed his warm skin, he closed his fingers around mine, firm but respectful. His other hand settled politely at my waist as he guided me onto the dance floor. That warmth chased away the lingering chill on my skin. It didn't take long before I felt that cold, razor-sharp gaze. Soren had been watching us from the moment Viktor's hand closed around mine. He leaned lazily against the wall, with the top buttons of his wine-red shirt undone to reveal the faint outline of his toned chest. Several influential w