At 7:00 pm, Dustin, Abigail, and Azalea arrived as planned at the resort's restaurant.

The restaurant was spacious enough to accommodate hundreds of people.

Dustin noticed that there were already groups of people sitting together, chatting lively.

While there were a few tourists, most of the guests were martial artists who came for the treasure.

"Over here!" Vanessa called out as she waved at them energetically.

Dustin nodded in acknowledgment and led the others to her table.

"I'm glad you could make it. Please take a seat," Emily greeted warmly.

Nathan, who had appeared aloof earlier, perked up upon seeing Abigail and Azalea. He straightened up and tried to strike a handsome pose.

"Allow me to introduce my friends, Abigail Robinson and Azalea Larson.

"I hope you also don't mind having them, Ms. Hoyles." Dustin made a brief introduction.

"Of course not. The more, the merrier. Please, have a seat." Emily smiled and gestured for them to sit.

"Thank you." Dustin nodde