Chapter 375 Pearls Before Swine

Today, Hector attended a birthday banquet organized in honor of an old friend.

Upon his punctual arrival at the hotel where the celebration was held, he engaged in warm exchanges with friends.

However, amidst the festivities, he couldn't ignore the subtle whispers and discreet pointing happening behind his back.

Being no stranger to the two-faced nature of this social circle, Hector initially shrugged off the murmurs. He attributed them to the commonplace gossip that often accompanied such gatherings.

Nevertheless, the ambiance underwent a sudden shift with Danny's entrance.

As Danny conversed with others, his occasional glances and sly smirks directed at Hector carried an unmistakable blend of teasing, condescension, and sarcasm, grating on Hector's nerves.

Ever since their heated argument and the subsequent end of their friendship, Hector and Danny, once inseparable, had actively steered clear of each other.

Their unexpected reunion today, after the turbulent fallout from thei