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SATURDAY NIGHT ARRIVES slowly. I’ve gone over how this evening could unfold a million different ways.
I hope Knox is here on his own.
I also hope he brings someone.
Being angry at him is a lot safer than wishing he would kiss me. Which I do constantly.
So my plan is to keep a distance. Show indifference. Focus on meeting new people and who knows what other nice men there might be here.
The elevator opens, and we both step out into the lobby of a very impressive penthouse.
“Holy cow,” Molly breathes.
The low-lit room is full of people, but that doesn’t take away from the incredible view in front of us.
Both the inside and outside.
Philly, in all its glory, is on display with the glittering lights of the harbor and city, and a clear dark sky. Inside the décor is a soft black and white with subtle pops of beige and hints of green.
It’s so sophisticated.
Then again, Atlas is a designer.
A few faces turn and I’m immediately conscious that we aren’t exactly in the same social circle as everyone. Or income bracket.
Molly has on a Kate Spade dress she put on her credit card last night. It’s red with a low V-neck and looks super sexy on her.
I opted for something softer.
It’s white and slightly shimmery, with an asymmetrical line and only one shoulder. It was on sale at Ralph Lauren.
These people are draped in real designers. I don’t need to check their labels to know that.
“Ladies.” Atlas walks over to greet us, and Molly draws in a sharp breath.
He does look amazing.
With a powder blue shirt rolled up his arms and a pair of navy pants, he looks every inch the billionaire. Just like his brother.
“Thanks for inviting us,” I say as he kisses my cheek.
I’m not sure he’s even paying attention to me as his eyes drop immediately down to Molly.
“You didn’t tell me you were bringing the most beautiful girl in Philadelphia, Payton.”
I roll my eyes.
Molly smirks and the blush on her cheeks tells me she is not unhappy about the attention.
“Molly Mathews,” she says, holding out her hand.
“Father of your future children,” Atlas says, shaking it.
She giggles and I need pain medication from my eyes rolling so hard.
“Come and meet everyone.” Atlas wraps his arm around Molly and leads us further inside.
Music fills the room, and all the beautiful people have glasses in hand and are chatting animatedly. We came a little later after having a few drinks at a bar nearby. Coming sober was never an option. We needed some liquid courage.
