GERALD

"Can I have this dance, Milady?" I asked as I stretched out my hand. Deep down, I was desperately hoping she'd hold on to that hand. Never have I ever asked a woman to dance in my entire life, not even Julie. My relationship with her was more robotic and business-wise, but Rosaline?

She brought something out of me. I hadn't realized I was going to ask until I tapped, and she turned to me. The way her eyes fell on me ripped the words out of my throat. Jeez. She was stunning!

She shone amidst everyone in the room, almost as though this place was made for her....