Thieves in Velvet

Submitted into Contest #250 (All Ears). This week’s prompts are themed around stolen snippets of conversation. Will your characters understand the gravity of what they’ve heard? What will they do next?. Here is the prompt: A character overhears something at a black-tie event that puts the night in jeopardy. Thank you to reedsy.com for providing the prompt that inspired this story. In a world of glitz, glamour, and hidden agendas, one man stands as a silent guardian. Jack Turner, a seasoned security expert, knows the secrets that lurk beneath the sparkle of high society. When he's hired to ensure the safety of the prestigious Global Legacy Gala, Jack expects a night of luxury, mingling with the elite, and keeping a watchful eye on the priceless artifacts on display. But as the evening unfolds, Jack's instincts kick into high gear. Whispers of a planned heist reach his ears, setting off a dangerous game of cat and mouse. With time running out and the gala's treasures at risk, Jack must navigate a tangled web of clues and deception to unravel the truth.