In a city that never sleeps, where every street corner hides a secret and every neon sign beckons the adventurous, I embarked on an unexpected journey that would forever alter my understanding of New York City's underground culture. Over the course of one week, I became "Celeste," a dazzling drag queen with an allure and mystique that allowed me to infiltrate and experience the hidden world beneath the city's glittering façade. This is not just a tale of transformation; it is a raw, emotional account of the highs and lows, the fierce glamour and the unseen struggles that pulse at the heart of NYC's underbelly.