At that moment Ethan placed his phone on the table casually, his expression calm yet piercing. The room buzzed with conversation, the York family heaping more praise on Mr. Brown.
Again Serenity's uncle raised another toast to the man of the hour, exalting his supposed brilliance.
However Ethan remained silent, his presence understated but commanding. Then, with a deliberate tone, he broke the flow.
"I've been asking all these questions because I heard something disturbing," Ethan said, his voice slicing through the chatter.
"Word is, the Godly Investor is pulling away from the York family deal due to mistrust."
Upon hearing what Ethan just said The room froze mid-toast. Forks clinked against plates as everyone turned to stare at Ethan, their faces a mixture of confusion and disbelief.
The air felt heavier, as though his words had sucked the life out of the celebration. Serenity's uncle blinked a few times before leaning forward.