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Late afternoon light streams through the villa's tall glass windows, painting long amber rectangles across the polished marble floor. Outside, the distant murmur of construction blends with the soft rustle of wind through the rose bushes bordering the terrace. The air hangs heavy with the scent of freshly turned earth and the sweet perfume of blossoms, a fragrance that lingers on the silk robe tossed over the velvet sofa. I stand by the glass doors, my reflection a faint outline against the warm glow, my long fair hair spilling over my shoulders as I watch the workers lay the groundwork for what will soon become a gleaming pool. The house is flawless, every element chosen to my preference—the gentle lighting, the warm furnishings, the quiet opulence that speaks of wealth without needing…