Paige was left with no other choice but to observe Loraine bask in the limelight, Leaving her in the shadows. Her
face, obscured by the mask, flushed crimson with envy.
The silver-fox-masked man and the golden-knight-masked man were locked in a standoff. Meanwhile, Paige tried
to wedge herself in between them.
“What's the point of squabbling over a Lady companion like this? She seems swamped. Perhaps you could
consider me...”
She thrust her chest forward with a sense of self-importance, seeking recognition, but her efforts were blatantly
overlooked by the two men.
One of the onlookers openly scoffed at Paige's theatrics.
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“Quit making a spectacle of yourself. It's pitiful how you scramble for notice!”
Paige, steaming with anger, clenched her fists tightly. She felt a pang of embarrassment. She was terrified that
she'd be left out from the dance floor that night.
Such an embarrassment!
The sting of this humiliation was too much for Paige. She bit her lip.
Would she really have to endure being overlooked, ridiculed, and see
Loraine soak up all the attention?
Suddenly, the room dimmed, a sign that the ball was about to commence.
Paige's eyes sparkled with anticipation.
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Her moment was near!
As the ball began, the room would darken. To draw attention, she had cleverly incorporated Luminous material
into her gown!
The instant the room turned pitch black, it would be her tto dazzle!
Regaining her assurance, Paige anxiously awaited.
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Finally, the room darkened, and her dress shone with a soft glow from the luminescent material, just as she had
hoped.
With her eyes closed in joy, she eagerly awaited the forthcoming compliments.
A wave of admiration washed over the crowd, but not for her.
Confused, Paige opened her eyes and followed everyone's Line of sight.
Then, her eyes bulged in astonishment .
Glistening golden threads on Loraine’s gown started to emit a chilly radiance. On closer examination, she
realized they were studded with numerous tiny diamonds and pearls.