Champagne and Venom

After the auction ended, guests mingled with their respective groups. Servers circulated with champagne and canapés, and a string quartet played soft melodies in the background.

Leona stood near the buffet table, taking a glass of sparkling water. Vivienne and Beatrice were conversing with committee members in the corner, giving Leona a moment to breathe. Meanwhile, Miriam was greeting her own ci