313 Before he could reach Darwin, however, the guards intervened, restraining him firmly. "Enough, Mr. Marivaldi," one of the guards said firmly, holding him back. "Let's not escalate things further." Edgar struggled against their grip, his eyes blazing with unchecked fury. "Let me go! I'll teach
314 Darwin observed Edgar with keen interest as the truth was revealed. He took silent pleasure in watching the rage, shock, surprise and indignation swell within the man, barely contained beneath the surface. All the while, Darwin's expression remained impassively calm. He spoke again, low and m
315 "I'm not buying it, Darwin," Edgar retorted, his voice laced with skepticism despite his laughter. "You're just trying to save face after I exposed you for the fraud you are." Darwin's smirk never wavered, his eyes gleaming with a quiet confidence that sent a shiver down Edgar's spine. "Believ
316 Edgar Marivaldi stood there, his eyes ablaze with indignation as he watched Darwin make his exit. The laughter that had filled the air moments ago now seemed like a distant memory, replaced by a simmering anger that threatened to boil over at any moment. Seraphiel and Raphael, the two guards a
317 Darwin walked away of the Grand Pavilion, his fists clenched tightly at his sides, his heart pounding with fury and indignation. How dare that scum Edgar and those two fools of guards treat him with such disrespect? How dare they? The nerve and audacity of them? No way, he could let it slide
318 "You better get lost with your imaginary friend, kid!" Seraphiel laughed and mocked him. Darwin's blood boiled at the insult, his hands shaking with fury. "He's not imaginary," he growled, his voice laced with anger. "He's going to make sure you pay for your disrespect." The guards burst into
319 "No way," Seraphiel uttered in disbelief. "You...you own this place?" Darwin regarded them coolly, his mind already forming a plan. "That's right. And you two have some serious apologizing to do." Raphael swallowed hard, finding his voice. "Please, sir, we didn't know. We're deeply sorry." D
320 The server returned with Darwin's drink, setting down a vodka martini with a polite nod. Darwin took a sip, relishing the crisp taste as he surveyed the bustling bar. His gaze settled on Edgar, who was engaged in conversation with a young woman. She exuded an air of confidence and allure, her f