Chapter 54

The lavish party that was held for the city's wealthiest and most influential leaders was an event that brought together a large number of significant individuals. The opulent location, which was decked up with crystal chandeliers and other luxurious touches of décor, served as a reflection of the expensive nature of the event that was being held there. Russo and I were there because we had been invited, and as soon as we walked into the room, everyone began muttering and staring at us with appreciative expressions on their faces.

At the beginning of the party, the guests were already mingling with one another and engaging in animated conversation while sipping their beverages. At this lavish venue, a gathering of society's most famous personalities had taken place, and the dynamic and pulsating energy that was present in the atmosphere was a direct reflection of this fact.

I felt at peace as I made my way through the crowd, the pressures of the past being nothing more than a distant