Showbiz 18-New Friend

When Heidi and Maximo were puzzled because Lux just disappeared, suddenly someone approached them.

"Heidi!" called a woman in the distance who was immediately greeted by Lux's older sister with a bright smile. "Come on, come in. We're at the same table," invited the woman with blonde hair with a long back as she held Heidi's hand tightly.

"You go first. Father and Lux will follow," Maximo pleaded to which Heidi nodded. Maximo's eyes scanned the surroundings, but did not find Lux's figure anywhere.

"Mr. Maximo. Why are you still outside? The program is about to begin. Come, let's have a table," greeted a man who made Maximo nod slowly and accept the invitation.

Maximo glanced at his two bodyguards and the two men nodded in understanding. Apparently, Gian went to a door on the left side of the main lobby. He saw a young man who looked confused looking for something in his coat pocket.

"Hey, can I help you?" asked Gian suddenly which made the man stunned and even stepped back. He looked scared as if he had seen a ghost. "Are you one of the guests? You're wearing a cool suit. Why don't you come inside?" asked Gian guessing.

"Yes, you're right. I was one of the guests. However, I lost my invitation. I'm pretty sure I put it in my pocket," he replied in a panic, making his clothes wrinkle as he searched through his pockets.

Gian extended his hand as if inviting a shake. The man looked confused, but accepted the handshake. "I'm Lux Osiris, who are you?"

"I-I... I'm Apollo Dorjan," he replied nervously.

"Come with me. We'll go in together," Lux invited which made Apollo confused as his shoulders were embraced.

"B-but, I won't be able to enter without an invitation card," he replied frantically.

"I didn't bring the invitation card either. Let's just test our luck, whether we can enter or not without that golden paper," Lux replied casually which made Apollo gape.

At the entrance. The attendant stared at her two guests with astonishment. Apollo could only remain silent while Lux showed a charming smile.

"Is there a name of the two of us on that list?" asked Lux as he looked at the list of names that had already been signed by the invited guests.

"Yes, but... an invitation card must be included," replied the female attendant politely.

"Think about it. What are we writing our names down for if we have to show an invitation card? I think the guest list is enough. The invitation is just a formality. What if, my name is written on the guest list, but the invitation is used by someone else? Will... that person still be allowed to enter?" asked Lux which made the female attendant look like a confused person. Apollo stared intently at Lux who looked relaxed, trying to melt the woman's firmness.

"We are already late. Don't make things difficult," said Apollo which made Lux smile.

"Alright. However, I will note that the two of you did not bring the invitation. If later you two are forced to leave the hall, it will be because of your negligence," she pointed out.

"Ok!" replied Lux with a smile that made Apollo and the female attendant's foreheads furrowed. Lux and Apollo affixed their signatures. The two of them then went inside with shining faces.

[Buff Identification received and activated. Good luck, Gian]

Gian smiled. He saw two of Maximo's bodyguards staring at him in the distance. Gian blinked one of his eyes as he walked into the room. An attendant showed the seats for Lux and Apollo which turned out to be one table. Practically, the arrival of Lux Osiris made some of the invited guests immediately whisper about it.

"You're really popular," Apollo whispered as they sat next to each other. Lux saw two men and two young women looking at him because they were at the same table.

Gian looked at one of the men sitting right across from him. When Gian blinked, suddenly some writing appeared in front of the man's body. 'Wow, he's a rich man's son,' Gian thought to himself after he found out the man's identity.

"Do you have a problem with me, Mr. Lux?" asked the man which made Lux surprised because he was suddenly spoken to.

'Damn! Was I too conspicuous when I read his identity?' screeched Gian even though Lux's handsome face was smiling.

"Sorry, I didn't mean that, Mr. Enzo Cornelius. I just wanted to make sure it was you. Honestly, you are very handsome," Gian replied calmly which made Enzo's fierce face turn flat.

"Yes, I am indeed handsome," he replied stiffly then looked away.

Apollo glanced at Lux and Gian noticed that. "You are excellent at talking, Lux. Oh, I'm sorry if I just called your name," said Apollo reluctantly.

"You did the right thing, Apollo. I'm tired of being called 'Young master'. I'll be a grandpa someday, right?," Lux replied in a whisper, but made Apollo laugh softly. The two men covered their mouths with their hands because their movements attracted the attention of the other guests.

"Hi. I'm Thalia Galantin," greeted a young lady with a charming smile.

"Hi, I'm Lux Osiris. Nice to meet and make your acquaintance, the beautiful Miss Thalia," said Lux as he lowered his face, hoping that his attitude would be liked by the woman with long brown hair sitting beside him.

"Yes, I'm glad to see you too," Thalia replied with a small laugh.

"You seem to have forgotten me," quipped a woman sitting next to Thalia. Gian couldn't hide his surprise.

'What is the relationship between Lux and that beautiful woman? It's bad!' Gian screamed in his heart.

"Hahahaha, look at his face! Even though you're confused, you're still handsome. Sorry, I was just joking. This is the first time we've met," said the woman with shoulder-length pink hair and flat bangs covering her forehead.

'Damn it, she's pranking me! But, it's fine. This way, at least I'll have many acquaintances from the conglomerate!'

"You're Senia Coste," Lux said pointing.

"Oh! He knows about me!" squealed Senia in amazement, which made Thalia smile too.

"Nice to meet and get acquainted with you, Miss Senia," said Lux which made Senia extend her right hand. Gian who understood the gesture, welcomed Senia's hand then kissed the back of her hand gently. "I kissed the glove. Really unlucky," Lux said lazily which made Senia and Thalia laugh softly.

Apollo and Enzo saw Lux who was easy to get along with women, making them jealous. When Gian felt that his chat with the two beauties was enough, he realized that a man named Rocco Ferdinand was watching him.

"Hello, Rocco. Nice to meet you," Lux greeted which made the black-haired young man stunned.

"Ah, yes. Hello, Lux," Rocco replied as he welcomed his handshake.

[Good job, Gian. Make good use of this Buff. I suggest that you also do it with the seniors. During this time, Lux Osiris almost never talked to people. Now is the right time to change people's negative judgment towards Lux Osiris]

'Hem, is that so? Ok! I like a challenge,' Gian thought as his eyes quickly scanned the group of seniors sitting in the front row near the stage.