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A Seat at The Table
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The sound of heels gently tapping against the marble steps grew louder, capturing Clay's attention. He stood nervously at the bottom of the stairs, adjusting his tie as he stared at the staircase in anticipation. The soft rays of the sun filtered through the window casting a warm glow over the room, but the most alluring sight was of Lorraine. She gracefully descended the stairs, her flowing dress revealing a slit by the thigh, accentuating her every movement, and Clay was captivated. Time seemed to stand still as he watched her slowly approach him. She gazed at him, locking eyes with him and a magnetic connection formed between them.His heart skipped a beat when he stared into her sparkling brown eyes, enchanting him into them the closer she moved towards him. Clay had never noticed her figure before; slender and curvy, her beauty seemed ethereal, and he lost all will to deny his feelings anymore. "Wow" he exclaimed breathlessly "You look…" "Dashing?" Lorraine interrupted with a
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