The ballroom shimmered beneath crystal chandeliers.Soft classical music floated through the air while waiters in black uniforms moved between guests carrying champagne and expensive wine. The entire venue smelled like luxury, perfume, and hidden intentions.Estella stood near the grand staircase, her fingers lightly wrapped around the stem of a champagne glass she had barely touched.Tonight, she wore black.Elegant.Dangerous.The silk dress hugged her body perfectly without trying too hard. Her hair fell softly behind her shoulders, exposing the silver earrings Devon had forced her to wear twenty minutes ago because, according to him:> “You already look lethal. The earrings just complete the crime.”Estella had rolled her eyes at him.Now she regretted not arguing harder.Because too many people were staring.Especially men.“You’re attracting attention again,” Devon murmured beside her.His dark suit fit him effortlessly. Young. Sharp. Annoyingly charming.Estella glanced sideway
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