The familiar sound of the steam whistle rang out as the train slowly pulled into the station. The smoke billowed thicker from the engine's stack, and the train's speed gradually decreased until it came to a complete and steady halt before the platform. Passengers swarmed down from the carriages, and among them, a woman in a white shirt with a woman's black suit jacket draped over her shoulders was the most striking of all.
No, it was not merely her appearance that drew attention, but rather the captivating, mature aura exuding from her. Nearby men turned their gazes toward her one after another. Her long, dark hair was woven into a loose braid that rested casually against her shoulder, and her mesmerizing, mysterious red eyes were utterly arresting.
The woman's lips curved upward into a slight smile as she met the surrounding gazes. The breaths of the men nearby grew heavier, their steps slowed, and they instinctively cleared a path for her.
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