They certainly garnered people's attention. The mont they entered the venue, a lot of eyes turned to Clovis.
After all, he was the only bastard that was able to have a woman on both sides. However, those who recognized Hana couldn't help but widen their eyes.
This was a kind of approval from Jeremy himself.
"Who is that guy?"
"Isn't that Clovis? The rising star?"
"Really?"
The people were whispering to each other, wondering what was going on. This was why Clovis didn't really want to do it.
However, Clovis also understood why Hana wanted to do it. By taking advantage of this confusion, they had no other choice but to acknowledge Clovis, which would push away a lot of people.
In addition, there was a hidden ssage in this action. If they still tried to co for Clovis, not only Hana but even Jeremy might take action.
If the wealthiest man as well as one of the strongest n in this country took action, there were not many people that could endure it.
On the other hand, Jeremy didn't really care about this. As long as there was soone who could take care of Hana's greed. Besides, it wasn't like Clovis had no background.
But this action couldn't help but make two people furrow their eyebrows. It was the father and daughter of the Elseingarde family.
"Well, well. Old friend. To think that you would co this way." A guy walked toward him. "You really bring us a surprise."
"It doesn't matter how they're going to interpret it." Jeremy chuckled. "We arrive on ti, so I think it's better to take a seat first. The banquet is about to start."
"That's true. This way." He gently pulled him by the shoulder, guiding him to their seat.
Clovis, Kanaria, and Hana followed right behind while feeling the gazes from all around them.
For Kanaria, those gazes were observing and judging her. Clovis, on the other hand, felt condemning gazes and one filled with jealousy. Still, Hana was pitied by others, thinking that she had done herself bad by picking Clovis.
Once they settled down, Clovis couldn't help but say, "This is enough, right?"
"Yep. I bet your father's friend has seen it as well. He will probably make his move after the host greets their guests."
"Hmm." Clovis looked down, falling into deep thought.
"By the way, Hana." Kanaria noticed sothing else. "There are two people who seem to be scorning both of us."
"You can feel it?" Hana smiled.
"Yes. It's coming from that direction." Kanaria pointed at the side.
Hana took a glance to see who it was. To her surprise, it turned out to be the pair from the Elseingarde family.
"I see. So that's how it is." After so thoughts, Hana whispered to Clovis, "It seems they have figured out your identity. I don't know how they do it, but I'm afraid it's not sothing you can control. Let's see… your grandfather?"
"Huh? My grandfather? Why would he…" Clovis squinted his eyes.
"I don't know, but let take care of the negotiation later."
"Alright." Clovis nodded.
A few minutes later, the venue's light was turned off. Only the ones illuminating the stages were still one.
A middle-aged man ca up to the stage.
"Who is he?" Clovis frowned.
"This country's finance minister. Even though he is only a minister, his influence is actually the third in the country after the president and the defense minister."
"Hoh?" Clovis crossed his arms.
The minister spread his arms and said, "Welco to the Sovereign Banquet. I'm honored to host this banquet. I can see a lot of familiar faces, which put a smile on my face.
"I think it will be too boring for an old man like to continue rumbling about the useless thing that you probably have heard a thousand tis.
"Hence, I'll just say two things. First, don't forget that this banquet is to strengthen our relationship. I hope that you can talk to others without caring about who they are at this banquet.
"And if you would like to settle things, there will be a battle session after this. So you can do that after this. This banquet will be closed after the auction held tomorrow.
"I hope that everyone can maintain a good atmosphere during the banquet. Without further ado, I announce the start of this banquet."
As expected, the first thing they did was to showcase several dances and other forms of art, which would accompany them as they ate.
Before it ended, Jeremy ca to Clovis while saying, "Boy. I'm going to tell you sothing."
"Yes?" Clovis frowned.
"I know that with your identity, you can probably bypass all kinds of trouble. However, you need to rember that sotis it's not going to work. In the end, not knowing your identity can push your enemy to do reckless things.
"I'm planning to use this banquet to make sure that kind of thing won't happen. At least, not on my watch."
Clovis tilted his head in confusion. "Hana aside, but I'm quite surprised that you're willing to do such a thing for , sir."
"I'm not doing it for you. I'm doing it for my granddaughter. Your grandfather is scary and I'm also afraid of him, but that doesn't an I will just do whatever I don't an to do because of him. In this era, strength might reign supre, but that doesn't an you can solve everything with strength. The sa applies to money.
"That's why I choose to beco wealthy and strong. If you're going to have my daughter backing you financially, you need to have the strength beyond . I know it's going to happen sooner or later, but having a rivalry is good."
Clovis nodded. "I understand. And I don't plan to slack off with just so achievent. My goal is beyond it after all."
"Is that so? That's good then. In that case, I'll take care of these people right now. There are currently four influences trying to get you. I can probably shut three of them, but the last one will probably need your effort to do that. After all, they are from a martial family, not the wealthy one.
They are all muscle-brained people, which is annoying."
"Alright. Thank you."
Jeremy patted Clovis' shoulder before taking his leave.
User Comments
0 comments from readers