THE DEVIL'S MISTRESS
Renz replied, almost softer than usual.
Before we could say more, two women approached. I caught the change in Renz instantly—his voice cooled, his frame straightened, that edge sliding back into place.
“Happy birthday, Renz,” the blonde said smoothly, handing him a bouquet. She looked polished, practiced—one of those women born to fit this world.
Renz didn’t reach for the flowers. Instead, he looked at me—like take it, and so I did.
With a steady tone, he said, “This is my ex. From years ago.” Then he lifted our joined hands, thumb brushing mine like punctuation. “And this,” he added, gaze unwavering, “is my fiancée, Nyx.”
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