"My Lady, do you happen to have an invitation?"
Tsukasa had finally found the venue for today's noble gathering, but now she had to face the obstruction of the guards.
An invitation?
If she had something like that, would she need to stand here listening to these guards' nonsense? She looked at the surrounding nobles with a blank expression, and many men looked over.
However, facing the friendly smiles of those noblemen.
Tsukasa couldn't help but complain in her heart.
Do you guys really think you're being gentlemen?
Stupid men, you don't even know how to cherish the opportunity when it's right in front of you. Can't you see this is a great chance? Be a bit smarter, a bit more decisive. Wouldn't it be better to just proactively offer me an invitation?
Tsukasa originally thought there would be some simps to help out.
But as expected, things weren't that easy.
So she could only scan the surrounding nobles to see which one would be easy to target. With her abilities, it wouldn't be difficult to take an invitation from their pockets without them noticing, but such a thing would definitely not remain a secret. Therefore, she had to pick an easy target.
"This distinguished guest was invited by me. Let them in."
At that moment, a blond young noble walked out of the banquet hall and spoke to the guards. He showed an elegant and gentle smile to Tsukasa. Even though Tsukasa didn't like men, she had to admit this guy was somewhat handsome, and his aura was incomparable to many minor celebrities from her past life.
"So it's the Young Master's guest. Please, come in quickly."
The butler responsible for receiving guests at the door slapped his forehead and hurriedly stepped forward to hand Tsukasa a second-tier brooch. These brooches were flowers, made of different materials from the lowest to the highest level. The highest level was a flower woven with gold thread, and the second level was woven with red cloth.
She picked up the flower.
Tsukasa didn't wear it on her chest, but just held it in her hand.
She glanced at the Young Master and replied, "Thanks."
The Young Master seemed to appreciate that.
Then Tsukasa felt many malicious gazes coming from around her. Many noble ladies in full dress were staring at her with eyes full of envy and Jealousy. It seemed this Young Master was the prince in the hearts of these noble ladies, and they appeared to think she was a new competitor.
Tsk.
To be honest.
She actually wanted to get closer to these ladies.
Because doing business definitely means doing business with women.
Although she had no experience in business.
As a Transmigrator who had transmigrated twice, she still knew some theories.
Women's money is easier to earn than men's.
And as long as you capture those women's desire to consume.
Then their men will pay for it.
So, targeting these noble ladies was definitely the right move.
"Let me lead the way for you."
While Tsukasa was thinking about these things.
The Young Master extended an invitation to her.
Tsukasa did not refuse.
"Much obliged."
Seeing her attitude, the Young Master was slightly stunned. He saw that in this woman's eyes, he didn't seem to exist at all. That innate pride simply didn't take him, the Young Master,
seriously. For a moment, he began to feel curious about this woman's background.
Tsukasa followed the Young Master into the banquet hall.
At this moment, she didn't even know why this banquet was being held. After all, she had only come out to investigate by riding around in a carriage, and after seeing this venue, she had rushed over without knowing anything. Because she didn't care what the purpose of the banquet was, nor did she care if she was invited. She could easily obtain an invitation anyway. And even if she couldn't sneak in with a stolen invitation, she could use her skills to sneak in, record the appearances of those noble ladies, find an opportunity to create a chance encounter, and then blend into their social circle.
To her,
the plan to get acquainted with the nobility
was only difficult because she didn't know anyone.
But as long as she knew who the person was and what they looked like, with her current abilities, wouldn't it be simple to get to know someone?
After entering the venue, the young master beckoned a waiter carrying drinks over.
"What would you like to drink?"
Tsukasa, who was searching for her target, turned back to look at the various drinks on the waiter's tray. She reached out and took a glass of red wine. Seeing this, the young master smiled and took the same drink. Just as he was letting the waiter leave, he saw Tsukasa take a small sip and then put the glass down with a frown.
Thinking there was something wrong with the drink, the young master hurriedly took a sip of his own. After confirming there was no issue, he looked at Tsukasa in confusion, unsure if he should ask.
At this moment, everyone in the hall was watching the two of them.
Because among them,
one was today's protagonist,
and the other was a woman they had never seen before.
Moreover, this woman possessed a beauty that overwhelmed the entire room.
Although many noble ladies were looking at them with murderous glares, they had to admit that the woman standing next to the young master was more beautiful than them. Whether in looks or temperament, they were crushed by this rival.
Tsukasa's mouth was currently bitter.
She really wanted some water to rinse her mouth.
Why was the wine at this banquet so poor?
It clearly looked quite luxurious, but this red wine wasn't even as good as that Baron's collection. With wine of this quality, do you really have the nerve to serve it to guests?
She placed the wine glass on the table.
She turned off her sense of taste.
Tsukasa's mood was a bit unhappy.
The young master beside her felt it most directly.
That was, the woman's temperament had become even colder.
He couldn't help but look at that wine glass. Was there something wrong with her wine? But even if he wanted the answer, he couldn't possibly go and taste that glass of wine. Although he would be happy to do so, doing such a thing would undoubtedly affect his image.
"Young Master, the Count and the Countess are calling for you to go over."
At this time, his attendant came to his side and whispered a reminder.
He looked toward the innermost part of the hall.
The Count was looking at them with a serious expression.
Beside him was the daughter of Marquis Sibol.
He looked at that petite and lovely young lady,
then looked back at the mysterious woman beside him.
The latter's charm far surpassed the former's by a thousandfold.
But some things were unavoidable. As long as he was the son of Count Leset, he had to listen to the Count. Moreover, he wasn't the Count's eldest son; being able to gain the Marquis's support was a very lucky thing for him.
"Excuse me."
He said despondently.
Tsukasa didn't know what this man was thinking just now, nor did she care. When she heard that he was finally leaving, she even revealed a slight smile and said, "Please, suit yourself."
"..."
The smile on the young master's face momentarily became awkward.
Why did he feel like the other party was looking forward to his departure?
No way.
Was his performance just now really that bad?
He walked forward, unable to resist looking back at the woman midway.
Then he saw a few guys actually daring to go up and strike up a conversation.
He was so angry he almost couldn't stop himself from turning back.
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