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Anthea and Sebastian glided gracefully into the opulent ballroom, exuding an air of confidence and elegance. She wrapped her arms around Sebastian’s bicep while smiling confidently. As they made their entrance, curious gazes and whispers rippled through the crowd, while almost every single head turned to catch sight of the unexpected yet captivating duo. Their attire, a seamless blend of sophistication and style, commanded attention, leaving onlookers both shocked and intrigued by their presence. Everyone present there knew Sebastian Jones, the only son of Derek Jones, while the stunning woman beside him was comparatively unfamiliar, yet she had a confident and intriguing aura around her, which made people look at her curiously.

Anthea was dressed in a stunning black satin A-line silhouette dress with a straight neckline, with three sequined bows covering the slit from her upper thigh to the middle. Her hair was styled in soft waves, while her makeup was done naturally with soft pink
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