Aubrey’s pov ;
Ryder’s voice rang out just as I turned to leave. “Now that you’ve got what you wanted, don’t forget—when the time comes, you’ll need to help me too.”
I paused and glanced back at him, a smile curling on my lips. “Of course. I always keep my promises.”
He grinned and gestured toward the chair in front of him. “Why don’t we discuss the plan again? Since you’re so happy today, I want to make sure you do exactly what I need at that dinner party.”
I raised an eyebrow but walked back to the chair, sitting down and crossing my legs. He leaned forward, his eyes locking with mine, a confident smirk playing on his lips. It was clear he’d already thought this through.