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... e allowed the music to play for several minutes, giving the guests time to settle into the rhythm of the ball. When the song ended, she raised her hand subtly, and the musicians immediately fell silent.

The ballroom stilled as all eyes turned to the imperial dais.

"Distinguished guests," the Empress began, her voice carrying effortlessly across the grand space. "We welcome you to the Imperial Ball of the Celetis Empire."

She stood, and the entire assembly remained perfect ...

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