, adjusting the black cocktail dress Sophia had "borrowed" from one of her modeling gigs. The fabric clung to her slender frame like a second skin, transforming her from a strugglin

in a car accident when you were eighteen. You've been struggling s

ing back was a hybrid-Anna Bellamy's breeding and education wrapped in Anna

creet, and well-paid. Companions have more autonomy, often serving as dates for social events or longer arrangements. But

the ability to become whoever the situation requires," Sophia listed. "They're actresses, psychologists, an

g refined. Tall, elegant, with platinum blonde hair swept into a perfect chignon and ice-blue eyes that missed nothing. Miss Col

plicants." She moved to the bar cart, pouring herself a measure of amber liquid. "What makes you different?" The question hung in the air like a challenge. Anna felt the weight of her future balancing on her next words.I understand the psychology of po

ial stability and the kind of connections that ensure I never have to rely on anyone else's charity again. "Honest. Good." Evangeline settled i

"I believe morality is a l

elle

en ten and fifty thousand per encounter, depending on the client's requirements. Our companions command higher fees for longer engagements-anywhere fr

lient requires a Muse, price is no longer relevant. She stood, moving to the window that overlooked the glittering city

ind of

usual indulgences of the wealthy. You'll attend as a companion to one of our Elite membe

h mem

having an intelligent companion for the evening. Someone who can discuss art

o maintain her composure. Alexander Devereaux-the man she was suppose

t know who

mply be Anna Cole, a educated young woman in need of financial support. The question is-c

moved toward the door, and then paused. "One more thing, Miss Cole. The club has a zero-tolerance policy regarding emotional entanglements

"I understand," Anna said. "Do you?" Evangeline's eyes glittered dangerously. Because Mr. Devereaux has a reputation for inspiring... comp

of her decision and the terrifying realization that she was

e stimulating conversation. What he was getting was the woman he'd dismissed as a responsibility, returned as his potential downfall. "Are you sure about this?" Sophia asked quietly. Anna moved to the mirror, s

e understo

ing their disastrous di

's going to learn a

in, and this time, Anna w