Chapter 79

The evening of the charity gala had finally arrived, and the grand ballroom was bathed in a warm, golden light. Sarah stood in the center of the room, surveying the decorations with a sense of pride. The masquerade ball theme, conceived by Nicholas, was brought to life with intricate masks, lavish candelabras, and a sea of black and gold balloons. The black tie optional dress code, also Nicholas' idea, would ensure a sophisticated and elegant atmosphere, perfect for the high-society guests who would be attending.

"Wow, Nicholas really outdid himself with this," Emily said, eyeing the buffet table laden with hors d'oeuvres and canapés. "I can't believe how much work he put into this."

Sarah nodded in agreement. "Yes, Nicholas was the mastermind behind this entire event. I'm just glad I could help bring his vision to life."

As they chatted, Emily couldn't help but admire the posters and decorations. "Sarah, these posters are stunning! You're so talented."

Sarah smiled, feeling proud of