The receptionist responded dully and hurriedly let the two in.

Silas and Charlotte were both dressed in casual clothes, out of place with the glittering banquet where the guests were dressed in fine suits and dresses.

Moreover, Charlotte didn't want to face Stella's family directly. She stopped at the door without moving, making excuses, "No, thanks. Mr. Hoyce and I have some business to talk about. We'll just eat somewhere else."

"We?" Jason narrowed his eyes, not allowing ...