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Chapter 15

Author: Michy Gaza
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Another ball...

The ballroom glittered beneath crystal chandeliers, a sea of shimmering gowns and tailored suits as the Caldwell Foundation’s annual charity gala unfolded in full glamour.

Sarah felt a wave of nerves as she entered, her long gown, a deep sapphire blue Eleanor had picked for her, sweeping elegantly behind her.

She was under strict instructions to look, act, and behave like a Caldwell tonight.

Eleanor had even insisted she wear a pair of delicate diamond earrings, as if adorning her would make her more worthy in the eyes of the crowd.

From across the room, Sarah spotted Victoria mingling effortlessly, moving from one group to another, a glass of champagne poised in her slender hand.

She laughed with ease, leaning in close as she whispered something to a man in a designer tux, casting a quick, deliberate glance at Sarah.

Just as she’d done since Sarah arrived, Victoria was making sure everyone knew exactly who was in charge.

Sarah took a deep breath, determined to remain
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Arlene Circle
Victoria is an evil shameless fake daughter a whore slut
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Figettable Charms
why do I feel like enother pitty party story? Grrr
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Veronica Toledo
That was so stupid, she knows what her sister is trying to do and she lets her make a fool of herself
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