Chapter 78

Bryan's POV

The darkness of the room was so thick as it enveloped me like a heavy blanket, when I opened my eyes.

The clock on my bedside table read 3:00 am, its bright red numbers the only light seen in the dark.

I sighed, my body still tense with excitement and anxiety.

The dinner party was less than 24 hours away, and I couldn't help but feel a mix of nervousness and eagerness.

It was my first annual dinner party as the company's CEO and low-key I wanted my late parents and grandfather, Jonathan to be proud of me wherever they are.

I tossed and turned, unable to find a comfortable position.

"Maybe a cup of tea will help," I muttered to myself, my voice a low, hoarse whisper.

I swung my legs over the edge of the bed, the cold floor sending a shiver up my spine as I stood up.

Letting out a quiet yawn, I exited the room and shuffled to the kitchen, the light from the hallway illuminating my path.

The house was so quiet, that the only sound that was heard was my soft footsteps an