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Chapter 27 - The dance

Author: Onyx
last update Last Updated: 2025-09-04 22:04:29

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The ballroom was glittered with golden light, laughter spilling across the atmosphere as the band shifted into a softer tune. Couples were already slipping onto the dance floor, the sway of their gowns and tuxedos painting the perfect picture of high society.

Ivy had no intention of joining them. She was content standing on the sidelines with her champagne flute, the sparkle of her silver gown catching the light with every small shift. Looking at her, it seemed like she had mastered the art of looking untouchable.

But then Liam turned to her.

"If we just stand here, people will talk," he said lowly, his lips brushing close to her ear.

"Well, they’re already talking, so what's a little more?" Ivy replied, her voice sharp as glass.

"True," he admitted, a smirk tugging at his lips. "But why not give them something worth talking about? Come on, let's dance."

Before she could argue, his hand slid around her waist with that easy confidence of his that she hated. He led her to t
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