Meet at 194

Olivia Taylor couldn't quite pinpoint whether she liked or disliked banquets like this one.

She did not attend such occasions often, and Tobias Perkins would not take her out for social engagements. He usually went to these events alone.

Over time, she seemed to have forgotten how to socialize and connect with others.

Moreover, in her current marital situation, she had never been a part of a "wives circle". At the time, Olivia did not feel it, but looking back, she seemed to be a complete outsider.

"I just can't drink alcohol." Olivia hesitated to explain to Renard Quinn. "But it's true that I rarely participate in such occasions."

This confirmed the intelligence Renard had gathered.

Those in the circle knew that Tobias Perkins was married, but no one had ever seen his wife. They all thought that Tobias was simply giving himself an honorable excuse for his unblemished reputation.

Even for the select few who knew, Tobias would occasionally prove his marital status.