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Scarlett held the frame of the door and peeped at Cattleya, checking if she was still there. She took a deep breath, composed herself and then walked out of the attached bathroom, crossed the bedroom, directing herself to the balcony’s extended terrace.
She firmly said, adopting a professional tone, “Look, Ms. Kir. I appreciate the hospitality but I’m not here for that— Oh!” She halted her steps, finally looking out into the wild expanse, her breath catching in her throat.
A cloudless sky and a mesmerizing blue sea bordered by a sandy beach. She forgot all about the heiress and approached the varnished wooden railing, clasping it as she admired the unique view.
Cattleya observed her, a bit surprised at her choice of wear. In all the extravagant clothes that she could have s
