Sycophants and Outcasts
"You're in a really good mood today," said Noah, grabbing William's arm as they walked towards the ballroom.

William's brow furrowed, though a slight smile played on his lips. "Oh yeah? Probably because you're so pretty today."

Noah rested her head on William's shoulder and smiled so broadly that her rabbit-like teeth showed. "I always love your sweet talk."

William's smile widened, not only because of Noah's words, but also because he remembered Tom complimenting him. He couldn't imagine how Tom and Selena would react once he took off his mask.

"This is the first time I've been to a party like this in person," William said once they were at the door of the ballroom and a waiter opened the door for them.

"It's just a party of pleasantries where people compete to make connections with influential people in the country," Noah explained. "We just need to respond to them with a smile. Usually people who are too friendly are just sycophants who come when they need to."

William turned to Noa
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