Chapter 40

The next day, Gabriel got changed at the hospital and immediately left for the Quinton family's party venue. The party was being held in a hotel's garden. A constant stream of luxury cars came and went, dropping off countless guests. Crestmont had always been a place for people from all walks of life to gather. Old prestigious families, rising powers, and industry leaders were all invited. The Quinton family spared no effort in showcasing just how extensive their network of connections truly was. Gabriel's car had only just stopped when I spotted Shawn, dressed in a smart suit and with his lips curled up slightly in a smirk. However, I didn't miss the faint hint of impatience creasing his brow. Shawn was one of Lucas' closer friends, and whenever they gathered together to have fun, he never missed an opportunity to pick on me. Hence, I didn't have a good impression of him. I vaguely recalled that he used to have a crush on Roxanne back when we were studying. However, I was sure t