Vanessa's words completely convinced Liam. He looked at himself in the mirror, wearing a tailored suit, and imagined being complimented at the banquet. Any hesitation he had felt instantly vanished. He even began to look forward to it—when Clara returned, he would tell her about the banquet, show her that he was capable of standing on a higher plane, and how much she would lose if she left him.
At 7 p.m., Liam and Vanessa took a taxi to the Golden Age Building. Vanessa was mesmerized by the towering structure, the red carpet at the entrance, and the fleet of luxury cars. She held Liam's arm tightly, excitedly saying, "Look at this! It's so much more sophisticated than the last business dinner we attended! When I see the Bennett daughter, I'm going to take a picture with her!"
Liam was also a little dazzled, but he pretended to be calm and adjusted the collar of his suit: "Don't embarrass yourself, maintain some demeanor." Although he said so, his heart was full of anticipation - he wanted to see what this legendary Bennett daughter looked like and what kind of person she would choose as her husband.
The two followed the crowd into the ballroom, where the opulence was breathtaking. Crystal chandeliers shone brightly, the air was thick with the aroma of premium champagne, and the people passing through were all either wealthy or distinguished, each exuding an innate sense of nobility. Liam and Vanessa stood in a corner, looking somewhat out of place. Vanessa was still scanning the room, trying to spot the Bennett daughter.
At that moment, the lights suddenly dimmed, leaving only a single spotlight in the center of the stage. The emcee's voice, trembling with excitement, echoed through the speakers, "Dear guests, welcome to the succession ceremony for the Bennett family heir! Now, with the warmest applause, let us welcome the sole heir of the Bennett family—Miss Clara Bennett!"
(Stuck point)
