"If you don’t want the Vasquez Family to lose face, you’d better leave as soon as possible."
I ignored their ridicule and contempt, remaining seated with an air of indifference.
Soon, the staff arrived to disperse the crowd as the awards ceremony was about to begin.
The host took the stage, his tone lively as he introduced tonight’s esteemed guests. Then, suddenly, his demeanor shifted.
"Tonight’s ceremony has a special surprise! There is a mysterious guest joining us."
Excited murmurs spread through the audience and those privy to the inside story erupted in cheers.
"I’m sure many of you have already heard the rumors. He is none other than tonight’s organizer, the elusive and rarely-seen business tycoon, Victor Lexington!"
The moment his name was announced, deafening screams filled the venue. Everyone was eager to catch a glimpse of the enigmatic mogul.
The host chuckled but quickly changed his tone.
"Unfortunately, our Mr. Lexington is quite the eccentric. No matter how much I pleaded, he refused to make an appearance."
"However, I eventually discovered that there’s only one person who can persuade Mr. Lexington to grace us with his presence, his future wife."