Chapter 74
ALETHEA POV
Nervous energy coursed through me as I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my hair for the umpteenth time. Tonight was my first official date with Axel, and I wanted everything to be just right. We had been flirting and getting closer for weeks, but this felt like a new territory, a leap into the unknown.
I took a deep breath, reminding myself to stay calm. My dress was simple but elegant, hugging my figure in a way that felt comfortable yet flattering. I hesitated for a moment, biting my lip as I caught my reflection. Would Axel think I looked good? What if I was overdressed? I shook my head, trying to dismiss the swirling thoughts.
The clock on the wall ticked steadily, and I glanced at it again. Time seemed to drag, each second amplifying my anx……
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