Kevan's expression tensed up, thinking he had been discovered. However, when he turned to look at the corner where the voice came from, he saw no one.

"Just you wait! One day, I'll kill you!" Cody angrily shouted at thin air before storming off, clearly upset.

As the footsteps faded away, Kevan let out a contemptuous chuckle. He wondered who would ultimately be the last one standing.

...

When Kevan returned to the entrance of the ballroom, the newlyweds were there. They were busy greeting the guests. Their parents stood beside them. They expressed gratitude to every well-wisher.

Kevan didn't recognize Lucas at first; perhaps due to the makeup or the fact that they hadn't seen each other in a long time. Compared to a few years ago, Lucas appeared more mature, with a hint of world-weariness. He no longer resembled the young, confident, and optimistic youth from the past.

Kevan assumed that Lucas had faced some tough times running Torqua and that it had smoothed out his sharp edges.