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{ WHAT'S HE DOING HERE? }

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LEILA

The makeup artist tilted my chin toward the light. “One last touch, Mrs Stonne.”

The sound of music drifted through the dressing room, mixing with my team's voices and the distant hum of guests arriving downstairs. My gown shimmered under the lights, its elegant neckline leaving my neck bare. My hair was swept into an updo, and the makeup artist brushed the final touch of color across my lips.

“Perfect,” she whispered, stepping back. “Absolutely perfect.”

Before I could admire the result,
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