CHAPTER 28

The party continued, and the atmosphere grew even livelier. Aberon was busy chatting with his business friends, while Luciana mingled with the wives of the tycoons, including Agnesry Pervaz, the hostess for the evening.

Asher sipped his drink, his eyes narrowing as he noticed Cody Halbert walking toward Aberon. Cody greeted the conglomerates warmly, trying to impress them. Seeing this, Asher smirked. After being rejected, Cody was now trying to curry favor again.

Cody forced a smile as he joined the circle of renowned businessmen. He seemed to be making a great effort to fit in and get closer to Aberon when they were alone.

"Mr. Aberon, did you know that your son, Asher, and my daughter Olivia attended the same university?" Cody said in a casual tone, attempting to open a more personal topic of conversation.

At that moment, Asher approached and joined the group, prompting Aberon to gently pat his shoulder. "Ah, Asher, join us," Aberon said kindly.

"Mr. Cody was just telling us about h