The city was draped in the veil of deep night, but the grand ballroom of the mansion was filled with brilliant light.

Delicate gold leaf patterns and intricate frescoes spread gracefully across the ceiling, while chandeliers scattered a golden radiance. White marble pillars, classical paintings left by European masters, and statues beautifully bearing the traces of time were positioned throughout the space. The hall, decorated around pure white flowers, quietly revealed a dignity born of long history and tradition rather than flaunting mere luxury.

In the center of the hall, round tables adorned with the finest silk linens were placed at regular intervals. Bone china dinnerware decorated with platinum edges, sterling silver cutlery crafted by artisans, and Bohemian crystal glasses catching the light formed a precise symmetry. The flowers on each table exuded an elegant presence, and the flickering lights atop slender candlesticks added a deeper warmth to the banquet hall.

The melody of a string quartet flowed softly across the hall. In a space where champagne, vintage wine, and the subtle scent of seasonal flowers mingled, royalty from around the world, prestigious families, heads of global corporations, and prominent figures from the political and business worlds were gathered.

Polite greetings exchanged in low voices, the movement of fingertips tilting glasses, and the considerate gazes and smiles—everything here expressed a natural dignity through refined restraint.

Three people appeared side by side in that banquet hall. Lee Yubin, Seo Taehyun, and Lim Yura.

Lee Yubin looked around the hall with a relaxed stride. His neatly styled black hair, soft smile, and skillful manner in dealing with others were imbued with the confidence and composure befitting a successor.

Beside him, Seo Taehyun gave an even more neat and tidy impression. His clean blonde hair, clear eyes, and flawlessly tailored suit blended exquisitely with his calm nature. His refinement was evident in the way he listened intently to others and naturally met their eyes.

Lim Yura was by their side. With a dress that gave off a subtle luster and delicate accessories, she had a graceful and pure impression, but she seemed somewhat intimidated.

It seemed like another ordinary night would follow. However, before long, the gazes of the two men stopped at the same place simultaneously. Among the many distinguished guests and the elegantly flowing melody, a stranger caught their eyes.

It was a face they had never seen before. Lee Yubin's pace slowed for a moment. The champagne glass in his hand stopped before it reached his lips, and his relaxed eyes wavered. It was the same for Seo Taehyun. The conversation he was having with someone naturally cut off, and his calm gaze lingered on that one person for a long time.

After a brief silence, Yubin adjusted his sleeves with a nonchalant face. Taehyun also naturally checked his appearance.

Normally, it was a place where there was no need to approach anyone first. But this time was different.

It wasn't just appearance. From the atmosphere and expression to the smallest gestures and way of speaking. For the same reason, at an amazingly identical moment, the two men lost their hearts to Guest.