Chapter 40

Chapter 40

When she arrived home, she headed straight to the bathroom.

The smell of blood seemed to cling to her, even though it wasn’t hers.

The hot water cascaded over her skin, washing away the remnants of the encounter.

But no amount of soap could cleanse the unease that lingered.

Shaking off the dark thoughts, Nora stepped out of the shower and wrapped herself in a towel,

She had plans for the day.

Tomorrow was

morning.

was the long anticipated party, and she needed a dress. a showstopper, something that would make her feel alive after such a tense

The mall buzzed with activity as Nora made her way to one of the most exclusive dress boutiques in the city,

Its grand glass doors gleamed under the lights, promising luxury and sophistication.

Inside, the store was a dazzling display of glamour.

Backs of exquisite gowns lined the walls, each a masterpiece of design and artistry.

Intricate beading, flowing fabrics, and rich hues adorned the garments.Nora’s eyes lit up as she scanned the collection.

“May I help you?” a clerk asked, her voice polite but devoid of warmuth

Nora glanced down at her casual outfit jeans and a plain sweater.

eyes, the way she sized her up and dismissed her as just another window

around.”

fingers trailed lightly over the

her gaze fell on a dress displayed

seemed to shimmer with

in its fabric.

t the bodice and skirt, mimicking a

but still sophisticated, and

breath hutched. “It’s beautiful,” she whispered, drawn to it like a moth

She stepped cl

a

ma’am,” the clerk said curtly, her smile tight. “That’s the jewel of our collection. It’s been reserved by a Unrelated individuals aren’t allowed to approach

abruptness. “I wasn’t going to touch it. I just wanted a

replied, her tone leaving no room for

growling faintly

she could

at an extremely high price.

clerk in her place, but she chose not to. Instead, she smiled taintly

distance, her eyes fixed on the gown at

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beauty was undeniable, and while she didn’t step closer, she allowed herself a moment to

else,” she

a quick glance, her lips curving into a faint,

reserved for someone with exquisite taste and, of course,

her attention to the other dresses around

stunning, crafted from luxurious fabrics with intricate details, and each seemed to tell a different

they were, none could rival the grandeur of

eyes landed on a gown

a soft ethereal shade of champagne, with delicate lace embellishments cascading down the

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