Meanwhile, back at the castle, the night's festivity and merry dancing came to a sudden halt with the appearance of one young man named Christian HammerStone.
He stole everyone's attention without a care. The mere fact that he had arrived so late in the night for the party was a clear insult to the Duke—an open sign of disrespect. Some justified it, citing him as a descendant of the famous Hephaestus corporation, but many simply saw it as arrogance.
"Duke Stelmane," Christian said, walking toward the metal automobile, "there is no better option than me."
"Whatever the Reborn company has offered you… I am sure that my company can give you as well."
Christian noticed the unique 'R' symbol etched on the automobile's side door. Since the Duke was riding it with his wife, he assumed that this was a gift from Michael—an attempt to tip the scales of the Duke's favor towards them.
