The Night of the Auction V

Huh? What happened just now? As soon as I realize that I'm lying on my bed, I furrow my brows. I take a glance at myself and see that I'm still wearing my earlier nightgown. I should be getting ready, but it seems like I've slept off. It's strange since the last time I can recall, I was standing on the balcony, and then—Ugh! I feel pain in my brain.

I'm not sure what happened after that. I can only shake my head as I take off the blanket covering my lower body because of this. I heard some small giggles as I am ready to step toward my closet, which causes me to startle and then widen my eyes as I felt warm hands massage my shoulders.

“Who are you?”

"Take it easy, Solstice." Suddenly, I recognize the voice. I can only gaze back with narrowed eyes and one lifted brow when I turn to see who it was.

“Well, Xander, you're already here.”

"Dear young lady, it's better to be early than late." I briefly felt as though my head hurt after hearing those remarks, but I kept it from becoming obviou