The announcer's voice carried over the murmurs of the crowd.
"Tonight," he said, all enthusiasm and no clue of the storm brewing beneath the glitter, "we are gathered to celebrate a very special announcement between Miss Jieun and Mr. Joonseo—"
A murmur rippled through the guests. Some exchanged glances; others pulled out their phones. It was clear not everyone had been properly informed of the supposed announcement.
My jaw tightened.
She was really doing this.
From my place near the center of the room, I could feel eyes flicking between me and Joonseo, their curiosity sharpening into whispers. The weight of their stares pressed into my back. I straightened my posture and plastered on the kind of calm smile that screamed try me.
