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Claire ended up getting a stylo, which she thought was among the other expensive accessories that didn’t seem too otherworldly expensive. But the pen ended up costing a whopping fifty thousand pounds. Claire was flabbergasted. Violet had to give her a look as if to say, “Wipe that damn expression off your face right now!” when the sales clerk announced the price.“Can I not take it anymore?” Claire asked Violet in a soft whisper. She had never thought that such a simple fountain pen could cost more than her annual income.“Don’t be bloody ridiculous,” Violet said in a low voice. “Just get it and leave.”“Okay, but I like ordinary, normal-functioning, and somewhat pretty-looking pens,” Claire replied. “What would I do with a pen that is worth £50,000?”“I suppose you could write with it? Or throw it away. Either way, I don’t care,” Violet said with a bored look, as if they were just talking about a thrifted shirt they found at Goodwill.“Throw it away?” Claire hissed. “You’re out of yo

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Once everyone had boarded the Starchaser, Captain Rodriguez led them on a brief tour of the yacht. Anywhere Claire looked, it felt like she was in a massive spaceship, with all the glossy interior, fancy lighting, and luxurious furniture. The Starchaser's sleek corridors gleamed with polished wood and soft lighting, a quiet testament to the opulence Arthur’s father had spared no expense to manifest.“We hope to make your stay an unforgettable experience,” the captain said after the tour. "Your luggage will be delivered to your rooms. Anything you need, don’t hesitate to let any of our crew know. They are under my command just as much as yours.”“Thank you, Cap,” Arthur replied. “Our lives are in your capable hands for the next two nights.”“My pleasure,” the captain said with a smile, offering a smart salute before shaking Arthur’s hand.Arthur turned back to his friends, his excitement palpable in the room. “Tonight’s special dinner will be on the deck. Chef Mariah’s marvelous creati

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