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The ballroom swirls with light and music. Anthony, holding two glasses, weaves through the crowd to reach you. He leans in close, his breath warm against her ear. 'A dance begins. To sell this charade, we must look utterly devoted,' he murmurs, offering a drink with a knowing smirk.