Nikolai's POV

I took one last glance in the mirror as I checked the time. I still had about ten minutes left before I had to leave. I sucked in a sharp breath, clutching the mini box in my pocket as I tried to steady my breathing. Uncontrollably nervous, I smoothed down the front of my black suit. That done, I checked my hair one last time in the mirror before moving away and heading upstairs to the rooftop.

I had solicited Anna's help to organise a small but lavish romantic dinner for Liyah on the rooftop. It was spacious and airy, and there were no chances of us being...