As the evening pushed on with drinks, dancing, and lively chatter, the atmosphere in the ballroom remained vibrant.
Although Gavriel truly detested large gatherings, he found himself entirely content sitting right beside Aliana, sipping his wine while watching her eat and converse eloquently with the guests at their table.
On multiple occasions, ambitious guests attempted to stir up a conversation with Gavriel, eager to forge a connection with the elusive chairman of the Archon Group, who had been a constant fixture in the news since his public reveal.
However, his answers were brief and cold, effectively cutting off any attempts at networking before they could even begin. Realising he was a stone wall, the guests pivoted to Aliana instead.
They assumed that since she was his future wife, she would be a far easier route to charm, hoping to eventually gain access to Gavriel through her.
