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
321 Darwin observed from his booth, his expression hardening at the mention of Edgar Marivaldi's name. He could practically see the wheels turning in Edgar's mind as he worked his charm on yet another unsuspecting victim. But it was none of his business, so he turned his head and sipped his drink.
322 “I think I will handle this myself.” Darwin got up and left the booth immediately. Darwin's determination surged as he swiftly exited his booth, his gaze fixed on Lily and Edgar's table. As he approached, his mind raced through scenarios, preparing for the confrontation ahead. At that moment,
323 Lily's head spun with conflicting emotions, the once-inviting atmosphere now thick with tension and uncertainty. She looked at Edgar, his charming facade now cracking under pressure, and then at Darwin, whose steadfast presence exuded a sense of protectiveness. "Who the hell are you?" Lily dem