Chapter 291

At that moment Ethan adjusted his posture, sitting at the edge of his chair, his gaze fixed on the stage as the murmurs in the room settled into quiet anticipation of what was going to happen.

However he wasn't entirely comfortable in this space; the air carried a strange mix of opulence and subtle rivalry.

Without being told he knew the people aren't here for the items—they're here for the power play, he thought, glancing around at the attendees who carried themselves with a casual air of superiority.

As the organizers took the stage, the room hushed, the soft rustle of silk and tailored suits the only sound.

At that moment Ethan's thoughts momentarily drifted. Would Serenity's grandmother even care about this necklace? Maybe I should've gone for something more personal.

Immediately he shook the thought away.

'No. This is about making a statement, not just a gift. She'll appreciate the gesture.'