Her smile was exquisite, like a profusion of blossoms, like a bolt of fine brocade. It bloomed in an instant, filling the world with its enchanting beauty.
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The moment the plane landed at The Barrens Airport, Ivy Holden slowly opened her eyes.
The flight attendant's gentle voice came over the intercom, announcing the local temperature and reminding everyone to put on their warm clothes.
Gene Aldrin and Phoebe Buck had already taken out their bosses' down jackets.
They were this year's latest matching couple's down jackets from Silent Muse. But instead of the usual black-and-white pairing, they were a brilliant Klein blue accented with traditional embroidery.
The embroidery pattern was woven with gold thread, giving it a look of stately elegance that was particularly eye-catching.
Jensen Morrison looked at them, nodded in satisfaction, and said, "Here, put on your jacket."
"The airport is heated. It's too hot to wear it now."
