Howard Coleman: Before I fell in love with you, I didn't understand what carved into one's bones and engraved on one's heart meant; before I lost you, I didn't understand what heart-wrenching agony was.
Madeleine: Being by your side, even the pain feels like a beautiful dream.
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Oceania, Paris.
At a seven-star hotel by the Seine, Pristine's Enterprises' successful IPO celebration banquet was underway.
The master of ceremonies stood on the brightly lit stage, and in proper French, announced with seriousness and grandeur, "Now, let us welcome the CEO of Pristine's Enterprises, Ms. Madeleine!"
As the MC's words came to an end, Madeleine, dressed in a long red gown, approached the stage with graceful and poised steps and stood beside the MC.
