Chapter 1861 First Dance

All eyes around them focused on the pair. Michael caught sight of the dejected young man walking away from the corner of his eye. A triumphant smirk played on his lips. He exuded the air of a victor and gave a gentlemanly bow. “Ms. Ivanka, may I have the honor of this opening dance?” Ivanka smiled. She felt a mix of exasperation and genuine amusement. Slowly, she placed her hand in Michael’s and prompted a wave of cheers and applause from the crowd. As the music began, everyone paused. Their attention was drawn to Ivanka and Michael on the dance floor. Under the crowd’s gaze, neither showed a hint of nervousness. When Michael advanced, Ivanka retreated; when Ivanka moved forward, Michael stepped back. Their movements were fluid and perfectly in sync. Ivanka’s dance was mesmerizing. Her every gesture and motion carried an elegance uniquely her own. When the music swelled and her red dress twirled through the air, she looked utterly stunning. The spotlight tracked their every m