Like the rest of the mansion, Count Jin-hwan’s drawing room was bright and beautifully appointed. A pristine white marble floor reflected a matching white ceiling, while one wall, composed of several large glass doors leading to the garden, was a cool turquoise. A plush carpet, woven with bold reds and yellows, lent the room an air of splendor, a feeling echoed by the luxurious, light-toned furniture.
An incongruous figure stood alone in this
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