I don't know how to react to the idea of a secret admirer, but judging by the way Julie is looking at me, I doubt she is telling the truth.

"Give me the dress bag," I say, stretching my hand to collect it.

Julie hands me the bag with a grin. "Why don't you open it and find out?"

I take the bag, my mind racing through possible senders. Unzipping it slowly, I reveal a simple black gown with sequins. It has a low back, with the front elegantly covering my collarbone. It is sleeveless and features a high slit on one side.

"Wow," I breathe, running my fingers over...