Morris pondered for a moment. "I suppose Ms. Lonsdale's invitation allows her a few plus-ones?"
Loyce tilted her head. "I imagine so. Why?"
Morris smiled. "A friend of mine happens to be back in Metropia. He's a senior expert in archaeology. If I mention this to him, I think he'd be extremely interested in tagging along."
Loyce instantly caught on to her brother's scheme. A knowing smile bloomed on her lips. "Of course. That sounds perfect."
The night of the charity gala arrived at the A7 and A8 plots owned by Macrostar Production.
The once-barren land had been specially leveled and covered in red carpets. It was elaborately decorated, blazing with brilliant lights as guests mingled throughout the venue.
A massive blueprint of the Olympic stadium stood as a towering backdrop in the center of the event, looking overwhelmingly grandiose.
Edgar and Alicia Seabrook were glowing, weaving through the crowd and soaking in a tidal wave of flattery.
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