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THE BALL

Author: O.A PRESHY
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-05-19 16:31:51

Camera flashes erupted as reporters swarmed around me like flies. My eyes scanned them. Cool and confident ,I let out a hearty smile.

“Xavier, welcome back to the spotlight!” a journalist called out to me.

I chuckled, my voice smooth as silk. “It's great to be here.”

“What's your plan about the Gustavo group limited? it seems the Houstons have overtaken the market.”

My teeth gnash, anger burning in my chest but I wouldn't give them that satisfaction. Emotions were luxuries I couldn't afford in public.

Smiling through my eyes. “Gustavo's enterprises will climb back to the top”.

Not wanting to entertain any more questions, I walked straight out of the red carpet to the ballroom.

The grand ballroom shimmered with diamonds, designer gowns and perfumes. A-list CEO, Designers and Celebrities in attendance, the room filled with an aura of power and wealth. Laughter and music filled the air, I stood observing.

I smiled warmly as my gaze caught a familiar figure. “Delighted to see you, Mrs.Tho
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