The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never

Bowing her head, Hannah retrieved her ID from her purse and presented it, inquiring, “May I pass now?”

The guard scrutinized her ID with diligence before finally granting her entry after an extended pause.

Crossing the gate of Homecoming, Hannah felt a detachment from the outside world as an old-fashioned corridor unfolded before her.

This venue differed from the Enchantment Casino in Muvrand.

Its ambiance leaned more towards an esteemed gallery than a gaming house, with its mellow yellow lighting and plush brown carpet underfoot.

Arching an eyebrow, Hannah continued on.

Nearing the end of the corridor, she was greeted by two masked men who extended a mask towards her, saying, “Greetings, please wear a mask.

”

A rabbit mask was offered.

Hannah, eyeing the mask, queried with an arched eyebrow, “Why should I put it on? I’m here to have fun and enjoy myself.

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“The rule is for those who prefer anonymity.

”

The man’s words made perfect sense.

Accepting the mask, Hannah mused regretfully on her unnecessary makeup application.

After she masked herself, the ushers swung the doors open, welcoming her with the words, “Enjoy your time at Homecoming.

”

The serene quietude outside starkly contrasted the cacophony that erupted as the doors parted.

Stepping inside, Hannah moved forward as the doors shut gently behind her.

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Concealed behind her mask, she covertly observed the attendees clustered around the gambling tables.

They exuded affluence and upper-class elegance, a sight Hannah found unsurprising.

Such a venue was beyond the reach of average gamblers, both financially and access-wise.

The establishment spanned multiple levels.

Hannah positioned herself at a lower floor’s gambling table, yet Henry was nowhere in sight.

She decided to edge closer to the gaming action and observe.

Outside, Henry and his companions were obstructed.

Confronted with the necessity of a mask, Henry felt a surge of indignation, defiantly exclaiming, “I refuse to mask up today.

What are you going to do about it? Why the sudden imposition of masks when there was never such a rule before?”

The guards’ voices were steady and resolute.

“Our boss insists that masks are required for entry into the casino today.

”

The crowd behind Henry, bolstered by his stature, protested loudly, “Why the sudden rule? We’ve never needed masks before! Are you looking for trouble?”

Their agitation grew.