chapter one

THE ENCOUNTER

Lily Williams, a stunning 22-year-old, had just graduated from college and was celebrating with friends at the exclusive nightclub, Elysium. The pulsating music and strobing lights created an electric atmosphere, and Lily's laughter and joy were infectious. But amidst the revelry, she felt an inexplicable sense of restlessness, as if something was missing.

As she sipped her champagne cocktail, her gaze wandered across the crowded room, and that's when she saw him – Ethan Leo, the enigmatic billionaire. He stood tall, his dark hair slicked back, revealing piercing blue eyes that seemed to bore into her soul. His chiseled features and sharp jawline exuded power and sophistication.

Their eyes locked, and the connection was palpable. Lily felt a shiver run down her spine as Ethan's gaze held hers, his eyes burning with an intensity that left her breathless. The music and laughter faded into the background as they stood frozen, lost in a world of their own.

The spell was broken when Ethan's entourage approached, and he disappeared into the night, leaving Lily with a lingering sense of longing. She couldn't explain the connection they shared, but it left her craving more.

As the night wore on, Lily's friends dragged her onto the dance floor, but her mind kept wandering back to the mysterious stranger. Little did she know that their encounter was only the beginning of a dark and twisted journey...