Chuckling, Duncan remarked. “Still, don't you have any shame. I mean, you lost so badly that day. Even if the ban is up, you should stay away to save some face for your pathetic family.”“Mind your tongue, Duncan.” Victoria remarked, her tone turning hoarse as she began to get emotional. “I would do so if not that I'm merely telling the truth, Miss Smith.”At this point, their conversation had drawn the attention of several others as they gathered around murmuring amongst themselves.William noticed that their gazes as they stared at Victoria were filled with contempt, causing him to wonder what had happened in the past to warrant such a thing.Victoria trembled, her eyes turned red as she struggled to hold back the tears threatening to come out.Just then, a palm rested on her shoulder, causing her immediately to feel a deep sense of calm.She looked at the arm before glancing to its origin to find William standing next to her with a brilliant smile.“You should smile, it suits you

A sigh escaped William's lips as he understood that there was no backing out from what Duncan was suggesting.To think he would encounter a problem with Victoria twice in a row.Was it him or perhaps fate just didn't want Victoria out of the house today.Either way, he remarked. “Fine then, what game would you like us to play?” Duncan nearly erupted with joy as he watched William fall headfirst into his trap.There was no going back now.He would definitely be going home today a happy man.Taking a deep breath, Duncan remarked. “The game is called treasure detection. If you can prove that you are skilled, then I will accept that you have some skill to be here, if not, you will leave this place immediately and never come back!"William remained silent for a few seconds with Victoria quickly retorting."What the hell is wrong with you, Duncan?... There's no need for this."Victoria knew why he had suggested such a game with confidence.It was because the King family were said to hold a

“Now that both of you have concluded your inspections, you may go ahead and point out which is the most valuable item on display. But note that two people may not pick the same item.” James addressed the duo before pausing.Taking a moment to glance at William, James inquired. “Do you understand?” “Loud and clear.” William remarked with a smile, ignoring the barely veiled act of mockery.It was all an attempt to make him lash out and he was well aware of that which was why he chose not to do so.At the end of the day, he would prove himself and at that time, it would be fun to see just how they react.Snorting derisively at William's calmness despite the constant insults, James intoned. “You may begin.” Confidently stepping forward, Duncan pointed at the second item from the left before remarking. “That is the most valuable item.” Nodding in acknowledgment, James then glanced at William. “And you?”William was just about to respond when Duncan spoke up, his tone laced with an under

Just as William was about to respond, Duncan spoke up.“I can't accept this!... I won't accept it!” Immediately, all eyes fell on him, but instead of the respect they had before, most were filled with contempt.Unlike William, who had bravely faced the dark spirit and repelled it, Duncan had run like a dog with its tail between its legs.Did a cowardly man like that deserve their respect?... Absolutely not.But still, Duncan was unwilling to give up.He had been so close to victory so why had things gotten so bad for him?Gritting his teeth, he remarked. “This bastard summoned a dark spirit himself and then acts like he is some hero by sending it back. Are you guys really going to fall for his tricks?... He planned for the dark spirit to come out because he was the one who summoned it.”At such an accusation, naturally, the atmosphere grew tense as the audience began to murmur.“Did William Belmont really summon the dark spirit?”“Didn't you hear him say that his blood awakened the d

Vini Martinelli was the fourth son of the Martinelli family. He had proven himself to be even more capable than his third brother when it came to leading the company, which was why he was considered the third most likely to be named heir to the family.He was handsome and carried himself with an air of arrogance that seemed to define his characteristics.Accompanied by a female escort, he was already comfortable in Room One, which was considered the most expensive spot in the auction, which once again spoke of his family's influence in the museum. And how vast it was.Munching on snacks afforded him by the privilege of being the occupant of Room One, he engaged in conversation with a few of those who had watched the exchange between William and Duncan.It was clear to see that they were trying to get on his good side as they fawned all over him. “So Duncan failed to win the competition.” Vini casually intoned though his eyes were filled with contempt.One of those seated with him imm