“Miss Allison, is this your friend? You’re aware that everyone attending this gathering is admitted strictly by invitation...” said the doorman with thinly veiled displeasure.

Allison was known for her distant and untouchable persona. Even the most prominent heirs in Grayvale struggled to approach her. Seeing someone like Dustin standing so close to her was enough to spark envy and resentment.

“He’s…” Allison glanced at Dustin and blushed as she hesitated. She was unsure how to explain their relationship.

Her hesitation only fueled the doorman’s irritation. His expression darkened further.

No way...

Could someone as beautiful as her... with someone like him… There was no way…

As the thought festered, his jealousy intensified.

He was even more reluctant to let Dustin in.

“This is Fustin Dox,” Allison said after regaining her composure. “He’s currently staying with the McCall family as a guest.”

The doorman’s eyes widened.

He barely registered the rest of her exp