Chapter 40. I Never Play Fair

Caroline's POV.

We walked outside hand in hand and spotted Jackson, who was standing just close to the door. He was discussing with Liam, and he seemed to be distracted and a bit…

I narrowed my gaze, trying to comprehend his expression at the moment. Lauwren cleared her throat to grab their attention. She was already dressed up as well, and it was getting late. We had intended to do it earlier, but things came up that Jackson had to take care of.

She managed to grab their attention and they both turned to look at her. His gaze shifted to me and the moment his eyes landed on me, he held his breath exactly what Lauwren had said.

She nudged me by the side and I swallowed. Jackson took a step towards me with his gaze stuck on my face. "You look absolutely gorgeous," he complimented and tugged at the hair behind my ear.

"Thank you," my eyes scanned his body and I realized how dashing he was tonight as well. "You look good too,&q