✴ Scarlett ✴ The New Year’s Eve party was in full swing by the time I arrived. The grand ballroom of Wintervale's Crystal Lodge had once again been transformed into a glittering winter wonderland, with twinkling lights and New Year balloons. Music played from the stage and the air felt alive with laughter and cheer. But as much as I loved the festive atmosphere, my thoughts kept drifting back to this morning. I couldn’t stop smiling. Every time I thought about my time with Damien in the truck, warmth spread through me. It had been such an unexpected turn of events, but it felt like the start of something new – something real. And now, officially being Damien’s girlfriend? It was a thought that sent butterflies dancing in my stomach. “Scarlett! There you are!” Emily’s voice pulled me fro