Did Ghislaine Maxwell sacrifice her power for comfort?

Having come from extreme wealth, an elite upbringing and of course having grown accustomed to that lifestyle, it seems Ms. Maxwell was keen on maintaining it after the untimely death of her father. It’s alleged her relationship with Epstein was one of convenience, in which she exchanged her proverbial rolodex that consisted of powerful, privileged personnel for access to a life of comfort. Ghislaine was reportedly a brilliant woman. If this is so, is it possible she sacrificed this personal power in pursuit of the prestige associated with being romantically attached to a wealthy man?