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As the elevator doors slid open, Tess stepped out into a whirlwind of glittering lights and sound. The air was electric with excitement, and she could feel the anticipation building as guests began to arrive. She took a deep breath, letting her dress shimmer in the light, and stepped into the grand ballroom. Gasps of delight rippled through the crowd as Tess entered, her radiant beauty commanding attention. Her hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall of night, framing a face that was at once delicate and powerful. The gown hugged her curves, showcasing her slender waist and porcelain skin, which glowed with an ethereal light. As she made her way through the throng, Tess's eyes sparkled with mischief, and her smile illuminated the room. Heads turned, eyebrows arched, and whispers of "Who is this enchanting creature?" spread like wildfire. Decker himself looked up from his perch at the edge of the ballroom, his eyes widening in surprise as he took in Tess's breathtaking transformation. For one night, at least, she was no longer just the editor - she was Cinderella, radiant and resplendent in a world of her own creation.

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