Lu Li silently listened, never expressing his opinion on matters he was unfamiliar with, nor did he need to. However, his highly conspicuous position captured the frequent gazes of the other ten people, all laden with various implications.
The negotiation did not last long; it ended after just a couple of minutes, and Aileen's lazy, beautiful face displayed a smile indicating that she was the final winner.
As for the others, some wore gloomy expressions, some smiled, while Aunt Mary's panic was almost too intense to be concealed by heavy makeup.
Regardless, the nobles present still maintained their "noble" composure, not allowing the negotiation to provoke any behavior that would dishonor their status.
Next, it was time for a lavish luncheon.