Within hours, Cindy was officially registered on the guest list for the Winthrop auction. The days leading up to the gala passed quickly. Cindy prepared with care, every detail of her appearance and demeanor calculated to perfection. This wasn’t just an event; it was a stage, and Cindy intended to own.
As the night of the gala approached, Cindy felt an unshakable calm settle over her. The pendrive’s content had fortified her resolve, and she was ready to face Peter on his turf. He believed he had won the war, but Cindy knew the truth. The real game was just beginning.