The ballroom shimmered like a palace built for people who had never once heard the word “no.”Crystal chandeliers poured golden light across the polished marble floor. The glow reflected through champagne glasses and flashed against the diamonds worn by women whose smiles were far too perfect to be genuine.
The orchestra’s music melted into the luxury surrounding the guests.Men in expensive tuxedos spoke about power, money, and famous family names.Women exchanged poisonous
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