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he replied. “I see… If I recall well, near the museum there’s a patisserie called “Dalloyau”… They have the best ‘macaroons’ in Paris. Their éclairs are also to die for… And the almond nougat, the flan, and the quiche are just as good. So, I find it hard to believe that there won’t be a picnic associated with this expedition,” Willow said archly. “Am I right, Fab?” Blaze looked at Fabien's face and started laughing.

She turned on her heel and walked briskly towards the Royal Bridge. The weather conditions were perfect for wandering around the city; the morning was quite cool, and fresh, and the sky was almost cloudless. It was going to be a beautiful day. They walked for several hours around Etienne Marcel and Rue Montorgueil. Jo took a lot of pictures, and the boys tried to feast their eyes on the images that were occasionally adorned with Matthew's stories. Finally, they reached Les Halles, one of the places that Jo liked to walk around. “Here was Paris’ central fresh food market. It was demolished in the 70s last century and replaced by what you see now.” Jo explained.

Then I ducked in after her, and the door shut behind us with a firm click. The ride through the city was surprisingly peaceful. I'd half-expected some over-the-top security detail or even hidden tension, but Mr. Duvall was calm and professional, pointing out landmarks and statues as we passed. The windows were down halfway, just enough to let in the scent of fresh baguettes and sweet pastries wafting from bakeries we cruised by. "That's the Cathédrale Saint-Louis," Mr. Duvall explained. "Built in the eighteenth century. Still rings its bells every hour."

Cerise ignores him, flipping between channels until she stops on the news. "Mayor of Faradiso declares the termination of partnership with the Dellancy Family…" Cerise's eyes widen and yanks Jean to the couch to listen. "…Dellancy head discovered to be illegally recruiting aurums from the red zone to act as security," "… Dellancy head to be detained and incarcerated indefinitely." Cerise's phone rings, she looks at the caller id and finds Nicholas' name on it. "Hello?" "Cerise! Have you seen the news?" Nicholas asks, a hint of relief in his voice.

Three seconds later, the bathroom is invaded by a hurricane of silk, expensive perfume, and leather boots that have seen more blood than dance floors. "We're going to Le Baron!" Yelena announces like a general declaring war, her silver dress shimmering like armor. The diamond earrings—which I bet are Mom's—cast refractions across the wall. "We're in Paris, Darya. The city that invented champagne and sin. And tonight we're going out—we have to debut your arrival." Shit. Alicia was already at the door, tapping her heel on the floor, impatient. "It's the most exclusive club in Paris. Good music, expensive drinks, and even more expensive men." Her blue eyes gleam maliciously. "Or would you rathe

The old pain had dulled into something sharper—fuel. The charity gala at the Hôtel de Paris was a glittering affair, the kind Marcus had once craved but never quite reached without his father’s shadow. Crystal chandeliers dripped light over Monaco’s elite. Diane moved through the crowd at Damien’s side, tablet in hand, murmuring updates in his ear. She no longer shrank from eyes on her. She met them. Halfway through the evening, as a string quartet played and champagne flowed, Damien’s phone vibrated. He glanced at it, then handed it to Diane without comment. A news alert: The Voss Merger Collapses Amid Ethical Scandal. Sophia Lang’s Family Withdraws Support.

“The world’s watching.” She shot him a side glance, lips twitching. “You enjoy this too much.” He smirked. “I enjoy watching you own it.” --- That evening, they checked into the Hôtel de Crillon, one of the most luxurious hotels overlooking Place de la Concorde. Elena stood by the balcony, taking in the city lights below. Paris sparkled in gold and silver hues—the Eiffel Tower shimmering in the distance like a crown. “This feels like a dream,” she whispered.

Declan had argued that going to Paris under the Tour Eiffel was the best place to reconcile. However, Milo and Shay had vehemently - repeatedly - said that no, it was not a good idea. The only reason Declan had ceded was because Milo eventually admitted that Amara hated trains, especially trips that took over an hour. They had all agreed on Parc de la Tête d'Or and its cafe on the back left corner. An open-air cafe. Amara was already stewing over a hardly-touched drink of some kind, deliberately keeping her eyes down and unaware of much else around her. Despite the somehow-perfect temperature, the slight evening breeze, the beautiful park. She glanced at her phone now and then, but that was

Leon The grand, historic Parisian venue looked like something out of a classic movie, its towering stone pillars illuminated by brilliant, golden floodlights that cut right through the dark night air. Carved statues lined the high roof, looking down on the high-profile, exclusive international perfume gala taking place inside. It was the biggest event of the season for the global beauty industry, a gathering of the absolute elite, and I was completely locked out of it.

“Underground. Zurich. They call it… ‘Stage Zero.’” The van pulled into motion. And behind them, Paris burned.