Chapter 61

A sleek, understated luxury van pulled up in front of The Azure Palace Hotel.

The banquet was set on the fifty-eighth floor, and as Victoria and Ailie entered the ballroom, the room's lively conversation instantly died down. Every man in the room seemed to turn and stare, their eyes drawn almost magnetically—not to the pair, but to Victoria alone.

Across the room, Curtis was deep in conversation with a group of executives, lounging on a black leather sofa. Sensing the sudden hush, he glanced over-and the moment he saw Victoria, he couldn't help but rise to his feet.

Behind him, the city sprawled in a dazzling display of lights, neon weaving through the night in a seductive haze. The backdrop made Curtis, dressed in a tailored suit, look even more distinguished, a man entirely at ease in his element.

Ailie caught the look in her boss's eyes-equal parts admiration and intrigue. Without a word, she slipped away, content to fade into the background.

"Victoria." Curtis walked over, stopping at her side. Together, they looked every bit the perfect pair.

"I hope I'm not late?" he asked, his voice warm.

Night had only just fallen, a faint streak of light lingering on the horizon outside. The driver had timed their arrival precisely; there was no way they could be late.

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anticipation. Victoria hesitated, just for a moment, then placed

to their

who's your stunning companion?" one of

my assistant. She oversees all the departments

the simple title of "assistant" suggested, but the men were clearly more

you," they chimed

not have met

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everyone worth knowing, but his closest

all looked young, but Victoria knew just how much influence these men wielded

Standing beside Curtis, Victoria

not speak. When someone made a point, she nodded along politely, even if it was exaggerated or untrue. She was smart enough

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