The living room of the Garrel estate was steeped in a suffocating silence. Anna, Gabriel, and Anaїs sat on a plush white couch, their expressions dark and contemplative, their gazes fixed on the glossy envelope resting on the coffee table. Atop it lay an elegant invitation card, its golden embellishments catching the dim light.
"A charity event, huh?" Gabriel finally muttered, more to himself than to anyone in particular. "William really is something... I wonder how he managed to get an invitation before we did."
Mrs. Garrel clicked her tongue in mild disapproval. "You know William—he always finds a way. Besides, it's a charity event organized by Amelie Bennett. The moment she learned that Will was launching a major philanthropic project, she was eager to help."
"Amelie Bennett?" Anna's eyebrows lifted in surprise. "The Amelie Bennett?"
