8pm, Shadrach's Home. A soft knock came on the door. Catherine wiped her wet hands with a napkin. Opening the door, she raised a brow quizzically. "Yes, how may I help you?" She asked. "Good evening ma'am, have been instructed to take you and your husband to the banquet." Catherine was confused. "What banquet are you talking about?" "What's wrong dear? Who's at the door?" Shadrach asked. He walked up to the door. "Shadrach, he said he's here to take us to a banquet. Do you know of any banquet?" Shadrach nodded. "A mysterious rich man appeared in the auction and soon a banquet was been announced to take place, so most people say this concerns the rich man. He bears the last name Marshall." Catherine looked at the driver and back at Shadrach. "What do you say? Should we go?" Shadrach sighed and nodded. "Yes. Maybe if this was a misunderstanding we can get it solved there." He glanced at the driver, "Give us some time to get dressed." … The Ritz-Carlton Hotel. Chandler and

The car which had brought them to the banquet was waiting for them in the parking lot. Leonard led his parents to the car.The car drove away to the Pacific estate. The Pacific estate gates looked even more beautiful than Leonard had seen in the pictures.As the car approached the gate, they were being greeted by two impressive and intricately-designed pillars that stand tall and proud, symbolising the grandeur of the estate. The gates themselves are crafted from the finest gold and adorned with intricate details that shimmer in the sunlight, casting a warm, golden glow across the landscape.As they got closer, the gates slowly opened to reveal a long, tree-lined driveway that winds its way to the sprawling estate, promising a glimpse of the luxury that awaited them.Catherine gasped in surprise staring at the estate with glistening eyes, she held Shadrach tightly. Shadrach couldn't believe his eyes, was this where they would be staying?Leonard smiled, from the look on his parents'

"Max?"The lady in front of him nodded. "It's been awhile Leonard. I always believed you were never dead, I always did and now I've proven myself right."Leonard stared at her with a little smile. She was still the same Max he had known. The rose on her ear says it all, no matter the weather or mission, Max always wore a rose on her ears and no one knew why.It was her signature look."How did you know I was here?"Max giggled. "It's easy. No one here in California can do what you did, buying a mansion at such a staggering price and I've been tracking you down."Leonard nodded. Aquafina and Diana were right then."Can't I come in?" Max asked, looking inside."Sure," Leonard answered, paving the way for her. "I was just having breakfast before you came.""Good. I'm damn hungry."Leonard scoffed and rolled his eyes. "You haven't changed Max, you are always hungry.""Hey, don't blame me. It was so draining trailing you the way I did so I'm bound to be hungry.""Leonard, who's that?" Cath

Unknown location. Leonard and Max alighted from Leonard's van. Aquafina, Diana and Micheal stood at the door to receive them. Aquafina and Diana were all smiles when they saw Max while Micheal had an odd expression on. "Diana! Fina!" Max yelled happily, running towards them. "Still childish," Aquafina grunted as Max engaged them both in a bone crushing hug. "How have you both been?" Max said, ruffling Diana's hair. Diana forced a smile out and arranged her hair with her fingers. "We were good, at least we can enjoy our weekend not looking for you anymore." Max giggled. "I won't hide anymore." "Max, where have you been hiding all this while?" Micheal asked, staring at her with a raised brow. Max's expression changed drastically. Michael glanced at Leonard. "You actually brought her in here without proper investigation?" "Hey, Micheal, don't question Leonard like that! Just because you're the king doesn't mean you can boss everyone around," Max said with a loud scoff. "Well,

7pm,Merlin Restaurant.Merlin's restaurant was known widely for its wide range of seafoods and its exquisite evening ambience, extensive wine list and romantic atmosphere also famous for its artistic, visually striking dishes.This was the venue for the dinner party or reunion as Grace said over the phone.Leonard and Emily alighted from the van and walked into the restaurant. The entrance was adorned with a stylish sign that proudly displays the name of the restaurant.Patrons were already seated in various corners of the room. Different tantalising flavours mixed with the fresh scent of ingredients in the air, entering into their nostrils."They are in a private booth. Grace just texted me the number," Emily said.Leonard nodded in reply."This way."They boarded an elevator which took them straight to the third floor of the restaurant. Emily walked gracefully with her red heels with Leonard behind her. The doors of the booth automatically opened after sensing the arrival of a hu