Chapter 956

As the banquet was about to start, Romello seamlessly flashed a gracious smile and made his way to the stage. Sheena and the now beautifully dressed Gabrielle descended the stairs together. The round tables in the garden were filled with upper-class guests. Romello delivered a well-spoken five-minute welcome speech, and Nathaniel stood quietly beside him, playing the role of the obedient younger brother. Tonight, being a formal occasion, Nathaniel had shaved off his stubble, looking notably younger. Despite the roughness on his weathered face being more pronounced than before, it was not too noticeable in the dim evening light, and he still appeared as handsome as he was. After the speeches concluded, Nathaniel, under Romello's direction, proceeded to toast each table. Given Elliot's influence in Froania, naturally, he was the first to be honored. Nathaniel approached Elliot's table slowly, with Romello quietly trailing behind, resembling a concerned older brother, making