Chapter 12:
At Night:
Tonight was the night of Francis's banquet.
After getting dressed, Yuvan made his way downstairs.
In the living room, Sebastian sat comfortably on the couch while Theo stood beside him, refusing to give up.
"Please, bro. I want to go too," Theo pleaded for what felt like the hundredth time.
Sebastian didn't even spare him a glance.
Just then, Yuvan's voice drifted down from the staircase.
"Baby, I'm ready."
Both Sebastian and Theo instinctively turned toward him.
For a moment, the room fell silent.
Yuvan was dressed in a perfectly tailored white suit that fit him flawlessly. The elegant fabric accentuated his slender figure, making him look breathtakingly beautiful.
A second later, a stream of blood trickled from Sebastian's nose.
Theo stared in disbelief.
Yuvan froze.
Then panic immediately filled his eyes.
"Sebastian!"
He hurried downstairs and rushed over to him.
Yuvan gently cupped Sebastian's face.
"Baby, you're bleeding!"
"Theo, get the doctor!" he exclaimed, his voice trembling with worry.
Theo immediately jumped to his feet.
Before he could leave, however, Sebastian grabbed a handkerchief and casually wiped away the blood.
Then he pulled Yuvan into his arms.
"Calm down, wifey. I'm fine."
"But..." Yuvan bit his lip anxiously. "You're bleeding."
A helpless smile appeared on Sebastian's face.
"It's nothing. Just a nosebleed."
He gently stroked Yuvan's hair.
"I'm perfectly fine."
After several minutes of reassurance, Yuvan finally relaxed.
A sigh of relief escaped his lips.
"If you're not feeling well, then we don't have to go."
Though he spoke softly, the concern in his voice was unmistakable.
Sebastian's gaze softened.
"No. It's okay. We can still go."
"Then let's leave."
Cassian's voice suddenly echoed through the room.
Neither Sebastian nor Yuvan had noticed when he arrived.
Theo immediately seized the opportunity.
"Yuvy bro, I want to go too!"
His eyes sparkled hopefully.
Yuvan looked toward Sebastian.
"Let's take him with us."
Those large, pleading eyes landed on Sebastian.
Sebastian already knew he had lost.
He wanted to refuse.
Unfortunately, he had never been able to say no to Yuvan.
"...Fine."
Theo instantly cheered.
A few moments later, the group left for the banquet.
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They arrived at the venue just as the event was beginning.
The moment they stepped inside, countless eyes turned toward them.
The Sterling family was one of the most powerful families in the country. Naturally, their arrival attracted attention wherever they went.
However, tonight, the crowd's attention wasn't focused on Sebastian Sterling.
Instead, it was fixed on the beautiful young man standing beside him.
Yuvan looked stunning.
His delicate features, fair complexion, and elegant white suit made him appear almost unreal.
The fitted suit highlighted his graceful figure, making him stand out even among the wealthy elites gathered at the banquet.
The entire hall seemed captivated.
"Who is that?"
"He's beautiful..."
Whispers spread through the crowd.
Some looked at Yuvan with admiration.
Some with jealousy.
And some stared at him with undisguised desire.
Sebastian's expression instantly darkened.
The venue was built across two floors, with the main entrance located on the upper level.
Yuvan cluched his arm.
"Baby look it's so beautiful"
Sebastian smiled as he stared at his beautiful wife.
As they slowly descended the grand staircase, Sebastian wrapped an arm possessively around Yuvan's waist.
His silent warning was clear.
Mine.
Only then did some of the more daring gazes reluctantly retreat.
The moment they reached the bottom, several prominent business figures approached them with welcoming smiles.
"Mr. Sterling, long time no see."
An elderly man stepped forward and extended his hand.
Sebastian shook it firmly.
"It's been a while, Mr. Blackwood."
After exchanging greetings, Sebastian turned slightly toward Yuvan.
"Allow me to introduce my wife."
His arm tightened around Yuvan's waist.
"This is Yuvan Sterling."
Mr. Blackwood turned toward Yuvan.
The moment he saw him, he froze.
*:..｡o To be continue o｡..:*