FINAL ACT: PART I
Author: Angel Grace
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

When the man made his way inside, his face was chilly as always; not a single shred of extra feeling was showing on that ice statue. His appearance made every lady's legs soften and their hearts pounding crazy excited to see him. No one dared to utter a single word but inside they were screaming their hearts out.

They did not expect the man would show himself at such a gathering. Most of them were aware that the two had such a close relationship due to Venus being Margaret's close friend and supporter.

"Who would have thought Mr. Z would show up?"

"If I have known he'll be here tonight I would have dressed up more."

However, everyone's attention was soon taken aback as they watched the man casually heading towards the host of the party. What was more shocking was the fact that the way he looked at her was far different than usual.

"Oh, you're finally here." Venus said with a delightful smile on her face as she reached out her hands towards the man.

The man happily grabbed her hands an
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