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Chris coughed a deliberate cough, and the girl paused as if Chris had given her a warning.

Miya felt a sudden relief. She flipped through a catalog of the auction items on the desk, hoping to divert her attention and ease her worried mind.

Chris went over to Xenon with a smile and extended his hand for a handshake.

"A p.l.e.a.s.u.r.e to see you, Mr. Butler. Who is this? May I ask?" Xenon stood up, shook Chris' hand, and said as he looked at the girl casually. The girl trembled slightly. She was

Chris smiled, and the charm of his smile excited every woman present. "My partner. I guess she knows very well that she isn't capable of stealing Mrs. Uba's thunder, so she might as well wear a mask to cover her face and be a bit mysterious tonight. However, I do much prefer Mrs. Uba's attire." He turned to look at Miya. "You look gorgeous, Mrs. Uba. I wonder if I can have the honor to have a dance with you later."

"I'm afraid not," Xenon said instantly, with an icy smile. "She still needs pr