The soft murmur of conversations within the grand hall was suddenly interrupted as a clear, composed voice echoed through the speakers placed strategically around the venue.
“Ladies and gentlemen…”
The voice instantly drawing the attention of everyone present. One after another, the guests turned toward the source of the announcement, their conversations fading into silence.
At the front of the hall stood the hostess of the evening, a poised and graceful woman dressed in a refined evening gown, her posture straight and her expression warm yet professional. It was her role to guide the flow of the Stratford Dinner Party.
“We will be commencing the program shortly,” she continued with a gentle smile, her voice steady and pleasant to the ears. “However, before we proceed, there is somethi
