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128 - Most Profound Fears
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2024-10-14 22:00:19ARAH
She was transported to a lavish party at a big house that didn’t belong to Marianne and her father. The air was filled with chatter and laughter. Couples danced in the spacious center of the room as violins and cellos played in the background. Women talked about fashion and jewelry, while the men were engrossed in serious discussions about business and war.
In the corner, she spotted Marianne, drinking alone, fully aware of the other women gossiping about h
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