Chapter 50
Author: Favor J
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Lucas, slipping into the seat opposite from Isabella, couldn't help but enjoy the subtle grace with which she handled herself. "Isabella, what brings you to this corner of contemplation amidst all the festivity?"

Isabella, a slight grin playing on her lips, answered, "Sometimes the excitement of the party may be overpowering, and I find peace in witnessing the dance of discussions from a distance. How about you, Lucas? What attracts you to this specific spot?"

Lucas, his own grin expressing a similar feeling, responded, "I'm attracted to moments of peace within the bustle. It's where you typically discover the most compelling tales."

Their discussion flowed easily, ranging from the formalities of introductions to more personal disclosures. Isabella, her eyes blazing with a love for the arts, related stories of her adventures in the realm of creation.

"I've always believed that art has a way of transcending boundaries, connecting people in ways that words sometimes can't," Isabella pon
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