Vincent took the glass from her hand and said to Ethan, \u201cMr. Warren, I\u2019ll drink this on Sabrina\u2019s behalf.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
With that, he finished the drink in one go.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing Vincent treat Sabrina with such care, Ethan couldn\u2019t help glancing once more at Scarlett.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He was genuinely confused now. Which one was actually Vincent\u2019s wife?\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent had arrived with Scarlett.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But recalling how Scarlett had introduced herself as Vincent\u2019s executive assistant, and now witnessing Vincent\u2019s attentiveness toward Sabrina, Ethan privately concluded that Sabrina must be the one.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Once convinced, he smiled warmly at Sabrina. \u201cIt\u2019s perfectly alright. Please, don\u2019t feel obliged.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Appreciating his kindness, Sabrina smiled gently. \u201cThank you, Mr. Warren.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Ethan nodded, then turned his attention to Caleb. \u201cVincent, and this distinguished young gentleman is\u2026?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
He had noticed this person earlier at the entrance.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Although he didn\u2019t recognize him, he understood the individual must hold considerable status.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After all, over the years, the only people consistently seen with Vincent were Daniel and Harris.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This unfamiliar face was certainly no ordinary figure.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Before Vincent could respond, Zachary on the opposite side couldn\u2019t resist snorting dismissively. \u201cMr. Warren, he\u2019s hardly worth remembering. No need to trouble yourself with him.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing this, Vincent quickly explained to Ethan, \u201cMr. Warren, this is Caleb. He has business dealings with Daniel and me.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Ethan withdrew his gaze from Zachary. Looking back at Caleb, his eyes held considerably more appreciation. \u201cI see. A rising star, then. Impressive\u2013so young and already making your mark.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Caleb stood up and shook hands with Ethan, replying modestly, \u201cI\u2019m flattered by your kind\u00a0<\/p>\n
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words, Mr. Warren.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
Ethan smiled, exchanged a few more pleasantries with everyone, and moved on to the next table.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This kind of bustling, noisy socializing was commonplace for the young heirs of established families, but Scarlett had never enjoyed it.\u00a0<\/p>\n
So, she remained seated quietly, occasionally refilling her glass with red wine.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Damian sat beside her, watching her subdued mood. He felt a pang in his heart but didn\u2019t know how to comfort her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Under the table, he took her cold hand in his. \u201cStop drinking. You\u2019ll end up getting drunk.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
But she gently pried his fingers away, offering him a faint smile. \u201cIt\u2019s alright.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Her alcohol tolerance was fairly good; this amount wouldn\u2019t affect her much.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It was simply the environment she disliked.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent sat directly opposite. He too noticed Scarlett drinking continuously. Seeing her like this, he frowned slightly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Just as he was about to tell her to stop, Sabrina suddenly took his arm and whispered, \u201cVincent, I need to use the restroom.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing this, Vincent withdrew his gaze from Scarlett. \u201cLet\u2019s go, then. I\u2019ll accompany you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
After Sabrina stood up, Vincent followed closely.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He stayed near her, as if concerned she might stumble, even placing a protective hand lightly near her back.\u00a0<\/p>\n
With just a slight lift of her head, Scarlett could see Vincent and Sabrina walking away together.\u00a0<\/p>\n
They were inseparable, always side by side.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The sight felt utterly ironic.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After watching them leave, complex emotions flickered across Scarlett\u2019s face.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Daniel, sitting opposite, easily noticed her despondency and felt an inexplicable sense of satisfaction.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Caleb, observing Scarlett\u2019s apparent sadness, found himself wishing she would finalize her divorce from Vincent sooner.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
As for Damian, sensing Scarlett\u2019s unhappiness made him equally upset\u2013even frustrated and\u00a0<\/p>\n
angry.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He was frustrated with his own past indecisiveness and angry that Scarlett still seemed affected by Vincent.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Around the table, emotions varied. No one spoke further, each lost in their own quiet reflections.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, after toasting two more tables, Ethan\u2019s phone rang.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He glanced at the screen, then said to the group he was about to toast, \u201cMy apologies, I need to take this call. I\u2019ll be right back.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
No one dared object as Ethan stepped away to answer the phone.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In the quieter backyard, he finally took the call. It was Xavier on the line.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cSo? How are things there?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing Xavier\u2019s eagerness, Ethan smiled. \u201cDon\u2019t worry, Mr. Stewart. Vincent and his wife are getting along wonderfully.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing this, Xavier laughed heartily. \u201cReally?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cAbsolutely true,\u201d Ethan confirmed. \u201cVincent not only drinks for her but even personally accompanies her to the restroom. You can set your mind at ease.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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