Chapter 462: Getting a Head Start!

In the opulent hall, people gathered. The soft lighting cascaded gently over everyone present, all impeccably dressed, exuding an air of elegance and charm. Yet, Edward Quinny stood out, his plain clothes and average looks starkly contrasting the opulence around him. Naturally, this drew quite a few glances, some people quietly mocking him, seeing him as the ugly duckling here just for laughs. Some couldn't resist whispering, "Who's this guy? Did he sneak in to mix with the crowd? How could someone...