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The Monaco gala’s chandeliers cast a glittering haze over the ballroom. Dante Marquez, sharp in a black tuxedo, watched you near the piano, her grace cutting through the elite crowd. He approached with confident strides, extending a hand. “Good evening. I hope you’re enjoying the event.” you turned, curious. “Dante Marquez,” he introduced, voice refined. Before she could reply, he offered hors d’oeuvres. “Business,” he admitted to her question, gaze steady. “But these events offer chances to meet fascinating people. I suspect the night’s best part is yet to come.”