Chapter 9 My Rejection

Gloria's POV

The banquet was alive with activity, yet amid the bustling crowd, all were keenly attentive.

However, when the King made his entrance, the attention of the gathering was inevitably diverted.

Standing beside him, holding the microphone, was his Beta, Luke.

He beamed at the assembled guests and said, "Thank you, all of you, for gracing this banquet with your presence once again. To make it even more enjoyable, we have arranged an intriguing program for today."

The audience was immediately captivated.

Edward, standing at the center, turned his gaze toward me with a smug expression and declared, "This idea was mine!"

His look was akin to a puppy seeking praise from its master.

"Hmm?" I regarded him with suspicion.

Perhaps others would be puzzled by Edward's behavior, but knowing him well, I was aware that he never did anything without some self-interest. So, what was he trying to convey by singling me out?

However, the next moment, I found myself taken aback, "You..."

The smi