Ardan and Aiden's Encounter

**Chapter 097 Ardan and Aiden’s Encounter**

A grand and luxurious hall buzzed with people showering each other with praise, all while securing their positions in the high-class social community.

Amidst the socialites, Karissa seized the moment. She refused to let go of Ardan’s hand and clung to him, as if flaunting him as a prized possession the crowd needed to acknowledge.

Ardan, well-versed in the etiquette of elite formal gatherings, knew he couldn’t just brush Karissa off as he pleased. Besides, Karissa wasn’t just a socialite in white-collar circles but also a prominent figure in the black-collar world. She was a highly regarded woman, despite still being under the control of her father and her older brother, Deon.

“Riss, you know I can’t escape from here... no need to stick this close!”

“I know... But this is a rare chance for me to hold you, Ndra.”

“Huft...” Ardan sighed in frustration at Karissa, who was clearly enjoying herself.