Having achieved his goal, Keith smiled and sighed. The emerald contained the energy
required by the system, and upgrading the system was his most important goal at this
stage. He chatted with the old man for a while longer, but his parents couldn't stand
being surrounded any longer, and they took their leave and went home.
Julian felt that his chance to shine had come, and he volunteered to personally escort
Keith's parents home. Not long after they left, the lights in the house suddenly dimmed.
With the soft sound of music, the ball started.
According to the previous year's practice, the ball was hosted by the director of Olive
Industries Human Resources, Yvette Sampson. Today, Yvette was wearing a purple
evening gown. She was 37 years old, but she took good care of herself, and tonight she
looked as bright as a young woman in her 20s.
As she slowly walked onto the stage, many of the onlookers couldn't hide the burning
desire in their eyes. Yvette's appearance was delicate and beautiful. Her figure and
temperament were filled with a mature calm.
She was very attractive. As she walked onto the stage under the gazes of the entire
audience, she gently smiled and said, Everyone knows that this dance has been a stage
for our young people to showcase their talents over the years. We still need talent, and
tonight, Mr. Strauss has specially invited the world-famous musician and conductor,
Maestro Ludo Amoretti, to attend.
The maestro will give feedback on our younger generation's talents later this evening, so
make sure you all perform well. As her voice fell, the lights gathered on an old man on
the second floor. He was the world-famous cellist and conductor, Maestro Ludo Amoretti,
someone exclaimed.Never in their wildest dreams did they expect such a luminary to be at their party. Apart
from catching up with family and sorting out business matters, the most important thing
at this banquet was to show off the new generation's talents. The upper society placed a
high value on not only family background and status, but also cultivation and talent.
The performance of every young person at the gathering would be recorded and
announced to the public. The more outstanding their talent was, the more popular they
would be in their circle. The outcome of tonight could offer them many benefits, whether
in marriage or their careers, and so everyone attached great importance to this kind of
event.
And with a musical legend present, anyone who received a compliment from him would
be at a distinct advantage. Under the gazes of the crowd, Ludo smiled and said, Charles
Strauss and I are old friends. Now, don't be nervous.
Show me your best skills. Old Mr. Strauss, who was downstairs, said with a smile, Ludo,
how can they not be nervous in front of a legend like you? Our time is precious. Let's
begin.
The old man gave the order and nodded to Keith before walking up to the second floor.
Everyone's attention was now focused on Ashton. Among all the young people present,
other than Olivia, Ashton was the most talented.
In the past, he was always the first person to perform and Olivia was the last. Ashton saw
that everyone's attention was focused on him, and he seemed to have turned back into
the star of the show. He smiled handsomely and then looked at Keith provocatively.
He slowly walked onto the stage. Immediately, someone brought his violin over. He
elegantly took the instrument and started to tune it.
Below, Sienna smiled and said, Ashton is so amazing. Even his tuning is cool. The other
rich kids beside her laughed.
One of them looked at Keith, who wasn't far away, and said loudly, Of course. We've
received the finest education since we were young, and Ashton is the most musically
talented of all of us. Some poor boys will simply never compare to him.
Immediately, another person added, You're wrong about that. There's one poor boy who
can fight, though he doesn't have any self-restraint. He's like a rabid dog.
Although they kept their words vague, they were indeed cursing Keith maliciously. Olivia
heard them and frowned slightly as she said, And some rich people only know how to
mess around. I'd rather have the dog over them.
She walked away alone. The others were stunned. Olivia was scolding them and clearly standing up for Keith.
Their faces filled with dissatisfaction. They were furious, but they didn't dare to vent their
anger on Olivia. They could only glare at Keith.
But when they turned their heads, they saw Keith was already staring at them coldly. In
addition to Keith's icy stare, Three beams of cold light shot toward them like lightning,
And three coins smashed into their knees. Their legs instantly turned soft, And they fell
to the floor with a plop.
The crowd's gaze immediately turned toward them, And everyone widened their eyes.
Why did these three youngsters suddenly hit the ground? Keith sneered and stood in
front of them. He said mockingly, Did you three have too much to drink? Should I call an
ambulance for you? Their expressions fell at the same time.
In front of so many people, Keith had played a dirty trick and made them kneel. He even
insinuated they were drunk. If word of this spread, would they ever live it down? The
three of them tried to stand up, But as they started getting to their feet, Their knees
buckled and they went down again.
Keith had activated throwing proficiency and optimal logic, And knew exactly which parts
of their bodies to hit. The strength he used was enough to stop them from getting back
up. This time, the three of them were indeed kneeling in front of Keith.
The crowd's jaws dropped. Those who didn't know the truth really wondered if the three
of them were drunk And couldn't stand up anymore. Those three are so young, And their
bodies can't take it anymore.
Hubby, you're already in your forties, And you're in better shape than them. Everyone
started to whisper to each other. On the stage, Ashton shouted, What happened to you
three? Get up! The three of them were so stifled that their faces turned red.
But due to their weak legs, they were unable to stand up. Keith looked at them and said
indifferently, Dogs kneel, not men. The three of you can't even stand up? I suggest you
go get some coffee and sober up.
Soon, a staff member came over and helped the three of them up. Although their legs
were no longer like jello, They also didn't have the face to stay here. They looked at
Keith with hatred and left in a hurry.
You've fulfilled the wishes of the crowd to watch the show. Wish value, plus one. Current
progress, three of ten.
You've shattered the wishes of the three people who mocked you. Attribute point, plus
one. In fact, there were a few smart people who understood what had happened.