Chapter thirty two:

32.

Chloe's POV:

The party was wrapping up, as the hall started to empty out slowly. I'd been introduced to everyone, made little discussion with some of the ladies who seemed willing enough, and even befriended a few nice ones.

Just as promised, Lily never left my side. She was by me the whole time, following, watching closely and reporting back to me about any suspicious acts she caught on.

I had some fun, loving the feeling of how effortlessly, I commanded respect amongst these women, some who were centuries older than I was. I made it clear to them, keeping my head held high the whole...