Ceres's POVEarly autumn carried a lingering heat, thick and stifling, making the air feel heavy.Dressed in a sleek, tailored outfit that accentuated my graceful figure, I left Starfall Entertainment Company. A limited-edition designer bag hung from my arm, my heels clicking against the pavement with effortless confidence.There was a salon gathering. The wealthy ladies usually came to pass the time and exchange information.Mr. Maurice, an ally of Starfall Entertainment, had fallen ill and entrusted his wife, Mrs. Maurice, to sign his contracts in his place. However, instead of handling matters privately, Mrs. Maurice insisted I meet her at the salon.I wasn’t fond of these social games, but Mr. Maurice had been a reliable ally. If indulging his wife’s whims smoothed business relations, then so be it. I went back home, changed into something more fitting for the occasion, and made my way to the salon.The salon gathering was held in a private club, elegant and quiet.Just as I turne
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