CHAPTER 75: A BATTLE OF SHADOWS

The opulent ballroom glittered under the warm glow of chandeliers, casting a kaleidoscope of light onto the polished marble floors. A symphony of laughter, music, and clinking glasses filled the air as guests mingled and reveled in the lavish affair. Carol watched with satisfaction seeing Lauretta finally succumbing to the allure of the champagne. Aware that George was also present at the event, Carol swiftly arranged for someone to discreetly monitor his actions. She wasted no time and discreetly followed in the direction Lauretta had gone. This was her last opportunity to bring ruin upon Lauretta, and she needed to ensure that everything unfolded according to plan. With too much in her mind, Carol coincidentally bumped into Lauretta heading towards the restroom as she. Caught off guard, Lauretta hesitated for a brief moment before dramatically collapsing to the floor. Carol, unaware of the severity of the situation, believed that the drug had taken effect upon seeing Lauretta lyi