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CHAPTER 39: The Ceremony

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The closing ceremony filled the main auditorium to its limits. Every seat occupied, every aisle crowded with delegates who couldn't find chairs. The energy hummed through the room like a current running through copper wire.

Claire stood backstage in the dress Benjamin and Sandra chose. Deep blue, fitted but not tight, with clean lines that made her look like a woman who belonged at a podium. She wore the silver chain and low heels. Her hair was down for the first time since the summit began, fal
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Hey roses...grab your popcorn and wait for the next chapter which is gonna blow your mind away. I know you're already falling in love with Claire but watch out for what awaits her in chapter 40. Have a pleasant weekend my amazing roses

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