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The moment the most influential figures made their entrance, the room filled with flattering greetings, drowning out all other conversation.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian and his female companion had vanished; Scarlett hadn\u2019t seen them since returning from the restroom.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When Vincent, Daniel, and Harris converged, Daniel asked curiously, \u201cVincent, where did you disappear to earlier?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent accepted a glass of red wine from Daniel. Swirling the liquid, his voice was husky and carried a hint of amusement. \u201cSaw a little calico cat. Went to play with it for a while.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Daniel frowned, studying Vincent with curiosity. \u201cSince when did you start liking cats? Have you changed?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
As a longtime friend, Daniel knew Vincent had never been fond of small pets.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent took a sip of his wine, his reply ambiguous. \u201cNot sure. Maybe.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Daniel didn\u2019t quite grasp his meaning, so he changed the subject. \u201cWhere are Vanessa and Sabrina? I haven\u2019t seen them.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
After savoring his wine, Vincent answered, \u201cSabrina went to look for Vanessa.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Their business discussion was mostly wrapped up, and Daniel had no interest in staying for the hollow socializing. He suggested, \u201cLet\u2019s go find them then.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
No sooner had he spoken than a commotion arose at the entrance.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Someone exclaimed loudly, \u201cLook, it\u2019s Mr. Langley!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Another woman shrieked, \u201cOh my god, it\u2019s Damian! He\u2019s so handsome!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Both Vincent and Damian were top-tier figures in their social circle, but they differed in one key aspect. One had a reputation for being devoted, good only to Sabrina; the other was known as a charismatic playboy who charmed every woman he met.\u00a0<\/p>\n
So, even though both were exceptionally handsome and powerful, women tended to gravitate more toward Damian. The reason was simple-what if she were the one who caught his eye?\u00a0<\/p>\n
The shrieking irritated Daniel. He complained, \u201cDressed like some peacock. What\u2019s so handsome about him?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent, however, just shrugged indifferently. \u201cLet\u2019s be fair and objective. He\u2019s not bad-looking.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Harris chimed in beside him, \u201cI have to admit, that\u2019s the truth.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Hearing his two friends agree, Daniel felt even more indignant. \u201cI think both your brains have rusted. You must be sick.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett and Claire were also drawn by the noise at the entrance, temporarily setting aside the slanderous remarks they\u2019d overheard.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This time, Damian entered alone. Wherever he passed, the crowd parted away. He remained silent to anyone who tried to speak to him, his gaze fixed ahead as he cut through the room.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finally, Damian stopped. He came to a halt in front of a young woman.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett\u2019s gaze followed his path, and she saw the girl standing before him was the same one who had apologized to her earlier. For some reason, a chill ran down her spine.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The banquet hall was packed, and Damian made no attempt at discretion, so all eyes were on them.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Many looked on with envy. Even the girl herself was flabbergasted, her eyes wide as she stared at Damian. So many people longed for a chance to talk to him without success, yet here he was, ignoring everyone else and walking straight to her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Could he really be interested in me? The thought made color instantly flood the girl\u2019s cheeks. She was so nervous she could barely speak.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian looked down at her, a broad smile on his face. \u201cYou\u2019re very pretty. What\u2019s\u00a0<\/p>\n
your name?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The girl was flustered but answered obediently, \u201cHello, Mr. Langley. My name is Naomi Crowley.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian raised an eyebrow slightly. \u201cDo you have a boyfriend?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Naomi shook her head. \u201cNot yet.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The directness of the exchange seemed to confirm everyone\u2019s suspicions. Wasn\u2019t Damian clearly showing interest in Naomi and checking her out?\u00a0<\/p>\n
The people around them murmured with envy, but Damian acted as if he heard nothing.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThen, Ms. Crowley, what do you think of me? How am I?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Naomi was stunned. Looking at Damian, she said shyly, \u201cMr. Langley\u2019s status and reputation are naturally unmatched.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian laughed appreciatively and nodded. \u201cNot bad. You know how to talk.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Naomi felt even more pleased with herself. She bowed her head slightly. \u201cYou flatter me, Mr. Langley.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
With that, Naomi picked up a glass of champagne and offered it to Damian. He looked down at it but didn\u2019t take it for a long moment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing his hesitation, Naomi\u2019s hand, holding the glass, began to tremble slightly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finally, however, Damian accepted it.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Naomi immediately broke into a delighted smile. She picked up another glass for herself and clinked it against Damian\u2019s. \u201cMr. Langley, this one\u2019s to you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
With that, she downed the entire glass in one go.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Whispers broke out among the onlookers.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cDamian is truly a player. He just brought one date, and now he\u2019s already scouting another.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cA playboy\u2019s women are like seasonal collections-you get used to seeing new ones every time.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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