A shadow crossed Marco's face.
With a smug grin, Cayson left Marco behind and hurried to catch up with
Loraine.
Marco watched them walk off and engage in a joyful banter, his fists clenched in silent fury.
Perhaps Cayson had managed to sneak Jennie away. Jennie was seen animatedly conversing with a waiter, while
Loraine and Cayson were the first to enter the Lounge.
Upon noticing Jennie alone, Marco promptly extracted his phone and dialed Jimmie’s number.
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In the Lounge off the entrance to the ballroom, Loraine slipped on the fox mask Jennie had given her earlier,
unveiling just a hint of her soft features and enchanting eyes.
The fox mask she wore was a perfect compliment to her evening dress, making her an alluring spectacle in the
room. With her ivory complexion and elegant stature, she resembled a striking fox once the mask was set in
place.
The sight of her caused Cayson’s heart to miss a beat. He complimented her quietly, “Lorrie, tonight's dress truly
complements you.”
Loraine, still perturbed by the recent incident, struggled to spot
Marco amidst the bustling crowd, but failed. A growing wave of irritation swelled within her, Leaving her
momentarily speechless.
However, she managed to offer a simple smile and responded, “Thank you.”
Just as an awkward silence was about to settle, Jennie appeared wearing a delightful pink butterfly mask. As she
approached Loraine, she slyly handed her a piece of candy.
“Lorrie, | noticed you didn’t eat. If hunger strikes Later, this should help.”
Apparently, she had snuck off to the waiter to procure scandies.
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Grinning, Loraine Linked arms with Jennie and they both made their way further into the venue.
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Looking somber, Cayson donned a golden mask and silently trailed behind them.
What they didn’t notice was that Paige tried to sneak into the venue right after them.
Dressed in an elegant gown and a carefully chosen peacock mask, Paige attempted to follow them in unnoticed,
only to be halted by a member of the staff.
“Excuse me, may | see your invitation, please?”
A wave of panic rushed over Paige. She had ctonight, anticipating a grand masquerade filled with wealthy
and influential attendees. Her objective? To find a suitable boyfriend to appease her disappointed family.
Initially, things seemed to go according to plan, until she unexpectedly crossed paths with Loraine. Her best
friend was supposed to guide her into the venue, but now, left to her own devices, she had to figure out a way in
herself.
She gestured towards Loraine, offering a vague explanation, “I was accompanying them.”