The Norman family's banquet was both lavish and grand. The hall was enormous, decorated with expensive furniture. In the center, a table made of high-quality wood was laden with exquisite food and tempting red wine. Everyone knew the theme of today's banquet. Thus, the invited guests had brought their wives and daughters. Emily even saw a middle-aged man enter the hall with six daughters. Joining the Norman family was an honor for any high-society girl, making today's banquet a battlefield in their eyes. Emily couldn't help but sigh. She certainly had many rivals... "Good evening, everyone," Alex Norman stood on the stage with his wife, Mandy. He raised his glass and smiled, "Please enjoy the food and drinks. I hope you all have a wonderful day." Although the food was tempting, the guests' attention was clearly not on it. They all focused on the members of the Norman family, specifically the Norman sons. Bryden and Janet stood to Mandy's right. They behaved politely, smiling and conversing with the guests while enjoying the food. Bryden's arm was bandaged, with faint bloodstains visible. Alex finished his wine in one gulp, and the atmosphere started to lighten. People began to enjoy the food and engage in conversations. Alex lowered his voice and asked Mandy, "Bryden and Janet are here, but where is our eldest son?" Mandy replied softly, "I've already sent a servant to call him." "How long ago?" "Half an hour. He should be here soon." Alex frowned, "He's thirty years old and still unmarried, without a girlfriend. I invited all the eligible daughters of New York's high society for him to choose from, and he still won't show up?" Janet interjected, "That's just how he is, Dad. You know that ever since the woman he loved married someone else, he hasn't dated anyone. I think he plans to stay single forever." "Nonsense!" Alex's glare was intimidating, making Janet stammer, "Dad, if you want an heir, you don't have to force our eldest brother to marry. Isn't today's banquet also to find a girlfriend for Bryden? Maybe Bryden will find someone today."Janet winked at Bryden, as if encouraging him. Mandy picked up on the implication and asked her son, "Do you like someone? Tell me, and I'll help you." "No, Janet's just talking nonsense," Bryden said. "Why don't you also find a man for Janet today? She's too mischievous; we need a man to handle her temper." Janet huffed, "My fiancé is Jackson. I'm not interested in any other man." "You shout about marrying Jackson every day. Aren't you embarrassed?" "He's my fiancé. Why should I be embarrassed?" Bryden had no way to deal with Janet. She always had a retort ready. But what could he do? The family doted on her as their only daughter. Mandy, however, was curious about Janet's remark, "Janet, do you know something? Tell me. Your brother doesn't getting married and it worries us. If Bryden really likes someone, I'll arrange the engagement immediately." "Mom, you don't know. Bryden fell for a girl at first sight in the garden just now!" Bryden hurried to cover her mouth, "Stop making things up, Janet. If you keep this up, I won't buy you dresses anymore!" Janet wasn't intimidated, continuing her revelation, "I don't care. If you don't buy me dresses, I'll ask Jackson to! Bryden, can you be more of a man? If you like her, just say it. I think she's very pretty and suits you well..." Bryden covered her mouth, hissing, "Stop it. She's already married." Janet froze, "What?!" Bryden scolded her, "Eat something. All this food can't even shut you up." "She's married? That's a shame..." Mandy finally understood. Her son had fallen for a girl, but fate played a cruel joke as the girl was already married. What a pity. "Forget it," Mandy said. "Bryden is handsome and outstanding. He will surely find a girl who likes him." Bryden smiled bitterly, "In terms of excellence, I'm not even a tenth as good as our elder brother. Focus on finding him a wife today." Their conversation didn't dampen the lively atmosphere in the hall. The guests were all here with a purpose. With the banquet underway, everyone eagerly awaited the appearance of the mysterious and wealthy young Norman. Logan, like the others, frequently glanced at the Norman family. Alex and Mandy stood together, with Bryden and Janet beside Mandy, but a space remained empty next to Alex. It is reserved for their mysterious elder son. "Dad, Mom, I'm back." Sophia had returned to the banquet. Her makeup and hair seemed freshly done, and her voice was a bit lazy, looking somewhat tired. She's obviously been through something. Her clothes and hair were rearranged. Sophia glanced at Emily standing in the corner and greeted her with a smirk, "It looks like the food here is good; you've eaten a lot." Emily chuckled, "The food is indeed good. Why don't you try some?" "No, I'm not hungry." Saying this, Sophia took a deep breath, holding it in. The white dress, tailored for Emily's size, looked tight on Sophia, especially around the waist, making her suck in her stomach to avoid showing any bulges. Emily shook her head. A chicken couldn't become a peacock just by wearing peacock feathers. But Sophia was right. Emily was indeed a bit hungry. Due to her pregnancy, her appetite had increased, especially for spicy food. Suddenly, a gasp echoed through the crowd. Emily looked up and saw a familiar figure walking slowly towards Alex Norman, stopping beside him. He was tall, with a sexy physique, instantly drawing everyone's attention. But more striking than his physique was the white mask on his face.