Female Novel
Chapter 1267: Approaching
Chapter 1267: Approaching
Mr. Nores had been socializing outside for most of the evening, naturally feeling elated. After all, this
collaboration with the Simpson Group and King Group brought numerous benefits.
Tonight, he was the center of attention. Those who had previously looked down on him and refused to
cooperate were now actively seeking him out for drinks and conversation.
So Mr. Nores was basking in the limelight tonight, in high spirits and a cheerful mood.
Ayan naturally didn't respond to his words, and Rex remained silent as well since they had no official
collaboration. Therefore, the one who ultimately responded was Horace.
Horace calmly said, "Mr. Nores, you're too kind. We were just discussing how perfect tonight's
gathering was thanks to your arrangements."
Praised by Horace, Mr. Nores felt even better. However, he modestly replied, "You give me too much
credit, Mr. Burris. I do these things for the sake of the project. As long as it benefits the project, I'm
willing to do it."
The responses from everyone else were relatively plain. Mr. Nores quickly shifted the topic away from
himself and said, "Mr. King also worked hard tonight. Although King Group's headquarters are in Flento
City, their reputation in Hance City is not small. Tonight's success owes much to Mr. King's influence."
Mario also entered the room, and Mr. Nores promptly pulled a chair for him. Only after Mario sat down
did Mr. Nores take a seat beside him.
Although Mario was younger and of lower status, his identity and position were clear. Even in this
project collaboration, Mr. Nores had to elevate Mario.
Everyone noticed Mr. Nores's actions, but no one spoke up. It was the unspoken rule in this circle.
Once Mario was seated, Horace greeted him with a nod, followed by Camille, who glanced at Mario
and called out, "Brother Shengxing."
Mario nodded slightly and wore a faint smile on his face, acknowledging the greeting.
As for Sienna, with no outsiders present, she naturally remained silent, and Rex was even less likely to
speak.
The atmosphere was considerably quieter than before, and there was a hint of unease. However, Ayan
and Horace were the most unaffected, showing no signs of concern or discomfort.
For a while, everyone maintained silence, and it was somewhat too quiet. At such a moment, someone
naturally took the initiative to ease the atmosphere.
Sure enough, Mr. Nores put down his glass and began to speak.
Mr. Nores looked at Rex and said, "Mr. Ward, it is truly an honor for you to attend this gathering tonight.
I know you are good friends with Mr. Simpson, otherwise, I wouldn't have been able to invite you and
give us such face."
Rex leaned back in his chair, his expression devoid of emotion, slightly cold. However, he still
responded, "Mr. Nores, you're too kind. I'm just here to have a drink."
"Mr. Ward, your presence is not just a drink, but the entire gathering. The key is that Mr. Ward graces
us with his presence. It's our privilege," Mr. Nores continued, eager to make the most of the opportunity
to win over the influential figures at the table. He added, "By the way, Mr. Ward is also related to Mr.
King. Mrs. Ward is Mr. King's sister. Look at the coincidence."
One sentence about their family relationship, and one sentence about Mrs. Ward being Mr. King's
sister, naturally causing mixed feelings among the people. Mario's face had already become extremely
gloomy, compared to his icy indifference, Rex seemed much happier.
A bright smile appeared on Rex's face, a smile that carried a deeper meaning. He chuckled and said,
"Yes, I should address Mr. King as my brother-in-law. I should also express my gratitude to the King
family for taking care of my wife all these years."
As Rex spoke, he lifted the glass in front of him and looked directly at Mario. He continued, "Mr. King, I
toast to you. Thank you for your care towards Sienna in the name of a brother. If Mr. King ever needs
anything from me in the future, just ask. Both my wife and I will be there without hesitation."
Rex's words seemed both provocative and boastful, especially to those present who knew about their
relationship. Even Horace, who had limited knowledge, had a vague understanding. Hearing Rex's
words confirmed his suspicions.
But Horace naturally remained silent throughout, not uttering a word or leaking any information.
After Rex finished speaking, Mario showed no reaction. He remained completely still and silent. This
lack of response and stoicism puzzled Mr. Nores.
Mr. Nores looked at Rex and then at Mario. The former continued to smile without any change, which
gave Mr. Nores the impression that Rex seemed somewhat pleased. However, the latter's expression
was much more complex. Mario's face turned extremely unpleasant, and his deep eyes were filled with
a cold indifference.
This made Mr. Nores feel puzzled. These two individuals didn't seem to be engaged in a fierce
confrontation, or perhaps he was just overthinking it?
After about half a minute of Rex holding his glass, Mario, who had remained motionless throughout,
finally lifted his own glass. He held it up as they were facing each other at the perfect distance, the best
way to handle the situation.
Looking at Rex, Mario's voice devoid of any emotion, he said, "It's only natural for family members to
take care of each other, no need for excessive gratitude. And if there is any gratitude to be expressed,
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After finishing his words, Rex raised his glass slightly and didn't wait for Mario to speak. He took a sip.
The atmosphere had reached a tense point, and Mario had no choice but to drink his glass of wine. He
couldn't afford to lose face in front of so many people, nor would he truly confront Rex.
From this moment on, the atmosphere became increasingly heavy. Read at Drаmanovеls.coм
Fortunately, the rest of the evening went relatively smoothly without any further interaction or friction.
However, having operated in the business circle for many years, they were well aware of the unspoken
rules.
Ayan suggested that they end the evening here and let Rex and Sienna leave first through a side door,
avoiding any unwanted conversations at the main exit.