Chapter 3 - Julian And Mark Attempt To Control The Crowd

Julian swallowed hard, forcing a strained, diplomatic smile as he stepped out from the shadow of the velvet curtains.
“Ladies and gentlemen, please return to your conversations; this is merely a private family misunderstanding,” Julian announced loudly.
Not a single guest moved; hundreds of elite socialites remained glued to their spots, whispering frantically behind cupped hands.
Mark dropped his shattered champagne flute into a silver tray, his face draining of all color as he stared at Clara.
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“You shouldn't be digging into things that were buried a very long time ago, Clara,” Mark warned in a low, threatening hiss.
Clara turned her piercing gaze toward Mark, her eyes burning with an intensity that made the seasoned investor take a step back.
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