CHAPTER THIRTY SEVEN – THE YACHT PARTY

The next morning, Karina arrived at Lexi's penthouse with a renewed sense of determination. Yesterday's hazing had been brutal, but she had endured – and today, she vowed, would be no different. As she stepped into the opulent foyer, she was greeted by the familiar cluster of assistants, their expressions ranging from sullen to outright disdainful. Ashley, however, offered her a warm smile and a reassuring nod. "Morning, Karina," she greeted. "Brace yourself – today's gonna be a wild one." Before Karina could inquire further, the staccato click of Lexi's stilettos echoed down the hallway. The supermodel swept into the room, her movements exuding a feline grace that bordered on predatory. "Ladies," Lexi purred, her perfectly painted lips curving into a smile that held no warmth. "I trust you're all ready for a day of fun in the sun?" With a flourish, she produced a stack of neatly folded garments, tossing them towards the assembled assistants. Karina caught hers deftly, her brow fu