Xavier, his wife, their child, and his assistant settled in.

Ellis plopped down at the table uninvited, his companion glued to his side throughout.

Lyndon observed Ellis' antics with calm detachment. As Lyndon's assistant, Casper naturally remained present.

Noticing Rita trailing quietly behind, he glanced at Lyndon before offering her a seat.

Tilda, with Sheldon in tow, took her place, casting a quick look at Rita, who seemed embarrassed but held her tongue.

In the past, Tilda might've found a reason to shunt Rita off to eat with their bodyguards.

But after her recent help, brushing her off now would look petty.

It was undeniable-Rita knew exactly how to take advantage of an opportunity to make herself noticed.

Tilda chose to set the matter aside temporarily.

After all, with distinguished visitors in attendance, her role was to stand by Lyndon's side, ensuring their hospitality shone through.

Hailing from Skrix and sharing the bond of parenthood, she quickly connected with Anabella on a personal level.

As they dined, their dialogue danced effortlessly.

At the same time, Lyndon and Xavier delved into talks brimming with possibilities for future alliances and joint ventures.

Noticing their lively exchange, Ellis cast a knowing look toward his companion.

Catching his cue, the woman rose and glided toward Xavier and Lyndon, bending forward to top off their drinks.

As she tilted the pitcher, her chest grazed Xavier's arm in a way that seemed less than coincidental, drawing a pair of prolonged stares from him in return.

The woman knew not to be too forward when trying to seduce aman. After playfully flirting with Xavier, she flashed him a subtle smile before gracefully returning to her seat.

As an escort at one of the most exclusive venues, she had undergone the highest level of training.

Captivating a man's interest-without being too obvious—was second nature to her.

Back then, Ellis had fallen hard for her charms, pulling her into his arms and making her his lover.

She knew her own allure well and had no doubt she could seduce any man if she set her mind to it.

Ellis took a slow sip of his drink, a smug glint in his eyes.

In business, professionalism wasn't always the deciding factor—sometimes, it came down to knowing how to cater to a man's tastes.

Through careful digging, Ellis had discovered Xavier's penchant for delicate, graceful women.