The Master's Rules

Amid the low, buzzing murmurs of genuine admiration rippling through the wealthy guests, Daphne kept her chin held high. Her heart hammered against her ribs, a frantic and relentless rhythm echoing in her ears. Yet, her newly discovered resolve, forged in the fires of Serena's unwavering support, kept her spine straight. She moved with a liquid grace in the white designer dress, her heels clicking