Chapter 37

• Aria's approach was unapologetic, a calculated ascent up the social ladder spurred by a strong desire to secure her future.
• She was shameless in her social climbing, using her charm, intelligence, and attractiveness to make friends with people who could provide her the opportunities she thought she deserved.
• Her conversations were regularly peppered with references to high-society products, events, and connections, demonstrating her involvement in their world.