CARMEN

The room didn't just erupt; it broke into chaos.

I watched excitedly as Rhea’s jaw practically hit the floor with a loud thud. Matt literally choked on his bourbon, coughing into his hand. Laura was screaming into a pillow. Derek froze, his eyes widening as he looked from Andy to me.

I felt a jolt of adrenaline hit my nervous system.

My heart was picking up a wild pace, my skin prickling under the smooth fabric of my dress. I looked at Derek. Yes, he was actually attractive in a rugged, law student who never sleeps kind of way. Strong jaw, dark eyes, and an awfully loud personality that...