Revenge is Best Served… After Reborn

The gala, held every three years, was the epitome of exclusivity. Only the crème de la crème, after a grueling selection process, could grace this prestigious event. As you know, this brand's a big deal internationally, and in our circles, it's considered the height of luxury. The ladies attending must be between eighteen and twenty-five-any older and you're out. And they have strict checks on height, weight, and figure." Sandy loved these kinds of events.

Sophie's eyes flitted around the crowd outside the gala, realizing that everyone else was dressed in black evening gowns. She stood out like a sore thumb in her white dress.

"Sophie, are you even listening? I'm trying to educate you here!"

"Yeah, yeah, keep educating."

Sophie scanned the venue, trying to spot any Minton family members.

Sure enough, she saw a few people in black outside, patrolling with the Minton family's crest on their uniforms, which gave her some peace of mind.

But soon, worry crept back in.

The Gibbs family controlled the venue.

Daniel was a man who followed the money, changing allegiances as easily as the wind changes direction. If he betrayed them, what would happen to Odie's people... Meanwhile, Odie was getting ready to head out for the gala.

As Odie got in, he asked, almost offhandedly,

the down-low, keeping an eye on Ms. Sophie. And since

Odie nodded.

establishment did feel

thinking of causing trouble would need to remember

then, Jonah's phone rang. He answered

of the Pearl Hotel. They won't let us

the manager you're with

they won't budge, saying this gala is too important

your way in!" Odie snapped. "Who do they think they are, blocking

we're just following the rules. Rest assured, we'll keep Ms. Sophie and Ms. Sandy safe. Could you do us a favor

drastic action, the manager

one for appeasement, but

a scene

out even