They reached the hospital swiftly. After being examined and given medication, they returned home. Though Demontae (Zhao Gang) was badly injured, his condition wasn't critical enough to require hospitalization.Moreover, tonight's pivotal banquet couldn't be missed. Even if hospitalized, Demontae would've refused treatment—this event took precedence.The Veyra Family of Aetherdale had dispatched their heiress, Lirael, to Herbshire. As Old Man Veyra's favorite and the decision-maker for family partnerships, her arrival sent ripples through the city's elite. The governor himself had organized the banquet in her honor.Demontae wouldn't dream of skipping it—not when the Connors had just secured preliminary ties with the Veyras. Their attendance was non-negotiable.When Naviya (Wang Jing) heard, she begged Demontae to take her. This was her chance to network with the upper echelons—a golden opportunity the locally prominent Logans couldn't access on their own.Still smitten, Demontae loved

Eldric almost said one outfit would suffice, but remembering Lirael's earlier insistence, he dutifully headed to try on another set without another word.When he emerged from the dressing room in the second ensemble, Lirael's eyes lit up—his natural charm, now accentuated by the refined attire, was downright mesmerizing. *What was Naviya thinking?* Lirael wondered. With bone structure like this, he could make girls swoon just by walking down the street.How could anyone be dissatisfied with such a man, let alone divorce him? The woman must've lost her damn mind.Satisfied with both choices, Lirael had the staff package them—one sharp formal suit for tonight's gala, another casual set for everyday wear. The moment her card cleared, they left the boutique.Back at the residence, Lirael buried herself in work. Freshly arrived in Herbshire—and launching a new venture—her schedule overflowed. That she'd carved out time for Eldric's shopping trip spoke volumes.Left alone, Eldric claimed an