It was evident that the girl wasn't an assassin; her demeanor and casual attire set her apart from the formally dressed women in the crowd. Clad in just a long shirt, she stood out even more, contrasting with Adrian's attire.

Approaching Adrian, she whispered something softly, prompting a brief hesitation from Adrian before he nodded in understanding. Relief washed over the girl as she took hold of his hand. He had noticed others at the banquet also searching for someone, besides himself.

A group of muscular men, more intimidating than the guards, had evidently located their target after scanning the crowd. Making their way toward Adrian, they disrupted the harmonious atmosphere of the banquet.

The attendees, wealthy and noble, viewed the Unicorn Society with disdain, considering them merely a group of thugs. The presence of the guards raised suspicions among some. Since none had brought their own guards to the engagement ceremony, many wondered if the Unicorn Society had ulterior m