Chapter 244

The best thing I could do for Liam was to stay out of his way. When I walked into the hotel wearing a light blue gown, I immediately caught the attention of many. Perhaps, for someone like me, youth and beauty were my greatest assets now. Most people only look at the surface. If they didn't even have the desire to dig deeper, how could there ever be a chance for real connection or progress? Thankfully, I was no longer the same weary, worn-out version of myself. I was young, radiant, and prepared for anything. As I walked into the dinner alone, scanning the lavish spread of food and the faces around the table, I understood what kind of evening this would be. Not all money was easy to earn, and sometimes, it came with strings attached. To show my sincerity and to stand out from the crowd, I took the initiative, raising my glass to toast them, making my intentions clear. These men, however, were seasoned drinkers, well-versed in the art of networking through alcohol. After a while,