11 A Night of Unspoken Words

At the masquerade ball, Wayne’s mention of the lavish gifts prepared for Emma instantly shifted her focus. She suggested logging them for future reciprocation, a practice ingrained in their family

tradition.

Do you ever tire of these events?” Wayne asked, sensing her disinterest.

Emma sighed, “Every smile here hides a lot more than it reveals. I long for a world where words and intentions mean what they say and portray.”

Wayne nodded, understandingly. “Perhaps one day, you’ll find that world.”

on, Stark approached Emma. “You look like your

softened. “I miss her, Dad. She

be

Emma bumped into Alex. Their eyes, hidden behind the mask, locked, fraught with unspoken

began, uncertainty

time, Alex,” she replied coolly, masking

we talk?” he asked, a hint of regret in his

said, turning away, leaving a

never saw me, not really,‘ she realized. ‘It’s time to

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