The masquerade ball was alive with chatter and music, but Lucia and Alexander had only one goal—to uncover what was being discussed behind that private room’s closed doors.
The guards outside the room stood firm, their watchful eyes scanning the area. Lucia and Alexander exchanged a look, knowing they had to act fast.
Alexander
(low voice) I’ll handle the guards. You find a way inside.
Lucia
...
Lucia gave a slight nod and disappeared into the crowd.
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