C31 ICE THIRTY-ONE: THE GALA.

THANE'S POV:

"I'm so sorry, Eden," Elise said as she walked in, looking harried but beautiful in that effortless way she'd always had.

She was one of those women who somehow managed to look put-together even while chasing two small children—perfectly styled blonde hair, designer jeans that actually fit, and a smile that had probably helped her land my brother in the first place