The Returning Ex

Most of the tables still had food on them while the occupants chattered away gleefully. Of the guests who attended, most of them had prominent statuses. They were people who liked to expand their social network. It was also easier to strike a business deal when both parties were drinking, so the guests were beginning to engage in conversations that were customary during such occasions.

Sophia disliked such occasions, as she had a feeling that everybody had their own agenda no matter what they said or did, so she agreed to John’s suggestion with a nod. “Let’s go, since I am full anyway.”

With that, John stood to help Sophia up from her seat as the gown she wore was a little too long for ease of movement. After she stood up, John held onto her hand. Sophia was so focused on not stepping on the hem of her gown that she didn’t notice that it was John who helped her up, nor did she realize that John was holding her hand.

It wasn’t until she was a few steps away from the table that she realized that something was off. Thus, she quickly retracted her hand while her eyes widened, all the while wearing a frown on her face. Her expression was sullen as she glanced at John, while her tone was one of seriousness when she issued a warning. “You’d better keep your hands to yourself, John. Don’t you dare pull any tricks on me.”

John’s face betrayed no emotion when he said, “I’m not pulling any tricks. All I did was support you so that you won’t accidentally fall over.”

on his face from behind. Although his face betrayed no emotion, there was a cheerful glint in his eyes. However, Sophia wasn’t as observant as Isabelle, so

was a waiter stationed there, who led them to their seats as soon as they walked up to him. Then, the waiter

said after some thought, “I would

her,”

even consulting Isabelle.

herself out

when he took over the conversation. “The reason that you’re bored is because you don’t have much to gain from it. However,

to those who were drinking back there, as they could meet up with people whom they wouldn’t normally meet if not for the occasion, so the banquet was actually a platform for them to facilitate multiple business

he said, Sophia cast John a side glance before asking, “Why didn’t you