As Pia pulled away, a smile still on her lips, she felt a small sense of relief. Zephany had really done it. Even if her explanation seemed a bit shaky, it was still an incredible feat.
Varen Enterprises.
Pia hated to admit it, but she was genuinely curious. The mysterious Cassius Varen rarely made public appearances. Everything about him was shrouded in secrecy, adding to the allure. Wealthy, powerful, untouchable — people could only speculate about his private life.
She remembered that night vividly.
The lavish gala. The elegant gowns. The clinking of glasses.
She'd only gone for one reason — to chase gossip. Sneaking into the event under the guise of "just checking the atmosphere" had seemed like a brilliant idea at the time. After all, a scoop from an elite gathering like that could've finally elevated her stagnant career.
