Female Novel
Chapter 537
Quill specifically stated that the people who came that evening had to be checked carefully. Thosewithout an invitation letter were banned from entering. Even if there was an invitation, their identitymust still be verified.
These things usually happened at banquets, but for Maddox, it seemed a little too targeted for himto feel uncomfortable.
After all, Quill did not like Maddox.
Sam had heard of the news in advance, so he had everything arranged properly for Maddox.
The mask was used as a token, and there was already someone waiting at the entrance. As soonas Maddox got out of the car, he was immediately arranged to enter.
Of course, connections and wealth are two things that can help in any situation.
"Sir, I won't be accompanying you anymore." Sam took a look at the scene outside. After lookingaround, his eyes locked on someone, then opened his mouth. It was rare of him to say flatteringwords. "Tonight, I wish you success in getting a wife."
Maddox felt as if it was a long time since he had heard the term 'wife'.
As soon as Maddox got out of the car, for some reason, probably because of his aura, the group ofpeople all stared at him. Under the light, the mask on his face was shining and dazzling.
"Then who is this? Why is he wearing a mask?"
"That's not right. I didn't hear that today would be a masquerade? Or did we miss that?"
"First of all, masquerade or not, he is so handsome... Both his height and the proportion of his figureare to kill for. Oh man, although he's wearing a mask, I feel... Those thin lips of his are alreadyenough to make me fall in love with him."
"Who is he? Do any of you know him? I really want to know if he has a girlfriend."
"Anyway, we are here to attend a banquet. Let's go in and find a chance to speak to him."
After the girls finished their giggling and gossiping, they made their decisions happily.
The mask was a token. As soon as Maddox got out of the car, someone came up to himimmediately. Since Sam did not reveal Maddox's true identity, Tony, the man was smiling cheekily athim.
"Hey bro, you're here. I've been waiting for you. Let's go."
After that, he wanted to pat Maddox's back.
However, just as he stretched out his hand, the unmistakable chill almost knocked him off his feet.Intimidated by Maddox's coolness, Tony unconsciously shirked his hand back.
Although he was wearing a mask, Maddox's eyes were as dark as the night. He was like a deadlybeast crouching in the dark, giving off a proud and mighty aura.
Such a person...novelbin
Tony, who was about to escort Maddox, suddenly lost his cool. He looked at the person in front ofhim, with a strong physique and a domineering look. Why did he look so much like Mr. Yardley,whom he had seen from afar before?
But if it was truly Mr. Yardley, why would he have to attend the banquet by bribing for an invitation?
"Why are you not walking?"
Just as he was lost in thought and confusion, Maddox's cold voice rang out. Tony came back to hissenses and nodded immediately. "Oh, please follow me."
He brought Maddox to the entrance and handed an invitation for inspection.
The guards at the door were especially strict about today's inspection after heeding Quill's orders.However, they did not know the real reason, thinking that Mr. Hanover was probably afraid ofstrangers sneaking in. So, even if they checked strictly, it was impossible for them to knoweveryone.
Hence, when they laid eyes on Maddox, they were only puzzled that he was wearing a mask.
Tony explained hastily, "My friend likes being mysterious. He's like this every time he goes to abanquet. Hurry up, I've been waiting for him here for a long time. You saw it too just now."
"And we have an invitation. If you don't let us in, I will complain about you to Mr. Hanover."
Tony had a smart mouth; he acted tough but spoke softly, and he quickly passed through withMaddox.
After entering, Tony said happily, "So that's the end of my task? But... I'm very curious about yourpurpose for coming to this banquet..."
"Don't ask." A gaze that was as sharp as a knife was thrown at him. Tony was instantly scared anddid not dare to move. After a while, he coughed and replied hollowly, "Yes, yes, I know..."
Ignoring him, Maddox looked away and left on his own.
Tony followed behind quickly and Maddox stopped in his tracks.
"You've completed your mission. You don't have to follow me," he said coldly.
Stunned for a while, Tony nodded obediently. "Yes, sure."
He had no choice but to turn around and walk away hurriedly. After Tony blended with the crowd, heturned back and found that Maddox, who was still standing there moments ago, had alreadydisappeared.
"He walked so fast... Tut-tut, why did he come to the banquet tonight?"
He bribed for an invitation, hired him as a guide, and... even put on a mask.
Could it be that something was going to happen that night?
Tony scratched his chin while grinning to himself. Suddenly, he began to look forward to it.
Maddox's straight legs flitted him through the floors. The lights that shone down from above hismasked face seemed even more ethereal and dazzling. Even the servants who passed by himwould spare him a second glance.
Maddox wanted to find some time to familiarize himself with the situation here. Furthermore, therewere too many people at the banquet hall and it was too stuffy for his liking. It was better to comeout and get some air.
Finally, he found a place that resembled a courtyard; it was very quiet and large.
There were a few rattan chairs, flowerbeds, and even swings.
Maddox tugged at his tie. Then, his thin lips curled up subconsciously.
He didn't expect Quill to have such a unique taste.
There was still some time before the banquet began. Maddox chose a chair and sat down.
There were many people attending the banquet and there were others strolling in the courtyard aswell. However, Maddox was very far away from them. Occasionally, he could hear a childish voicespeaking among them, and he could not help but eavesdrop out of curiosity.
"Lads and ladies, my mommy said that you can't take photos of me so casually, or you can be suedfor infringement of privacy."
A little boy was surrounded by a huge crowd, but on the contrary of being frightened, the child wasat ease. He had a charming smile and his eyes were just like two black glass beads, which lookedparticularly innocent and harmless. When he spoke, he was also particularly gentle, sounding like agood child.
However, what he just stated had great lethality.
The people who took out their mobile phones to take photos all kept their phones away sheepishlywhen they heard his words.
But there was one who still didn't give up and she took a picture of him with her mobile phone with a'click'.
After taking a shot, the person stared at the little boy and grinned, unaware. "Little boy, can youchange a pose for another picture?"
The smile on Beanie's face slowly disappeared and he whispered, "Lady, please delete the photo."
"Ah, it's just two pictures. How can you, a mere child, have portraiture rights? Moreover, it's anhonor to have people take pictures of you, is it not?" The person who took pictures of him was awoman in her early twenties. She was rude and self- entitled when she spoke, clearly paying noneed to the boy's words.
"Let's take another photo. Come on."
When the people around her saw her pressing on like this, they too took out their mobile phonesone after another and started taking photos of Beanie, flashing left and right.
"Didn't he already tell you to delete the photos?"