Sensing the threat in George's words, a trace of fear flashed across Sophia's eyes. However, there was more madness in her eyes due to her hatred. She took the initiative to lean her body towards Holdin and mocked him with her bright red lips, "George, you good-for-nothing. Are you regretting it now? Are you trying to get me to change my mind? I'm sorry, but I've already decided to follow Young Master Holdin! "
Facing such humiliation, George clenched his fists even tighter but didn't do anything else. He knew that Connor would stand up for him. At a time like this, he couldn't bear with the small things and spoil the big plans! Now that he had vented his anger, it was indeed satisfying. However, when the time came, not only would Connor's painstaking efforts go to waste, but on the other hand, the old man would definitely punish him for fighting in such an occasion. If he wanted to secretly kill Olsen, it would undoubtedly be more difficult!
After being slapped by Connor, Holdin, who originally wanted to target George, turned his attention to Connor. He didn't dare to make a move in front of the black-clothed woman from East Hoy Company. However, when he took a closer look at Connor's clothes, a trace of disdain flashed across his eyes.
The total price of Connor's clothes and accessories was about 20 gold pounds. Although it wasn't the best in the entire banquet, it definitely wasn't bad. However, compared to Holdin's 100 gold pounds, it was naturally a far cry.
Holdin, who thought that he could tell Connor's level from his clothes, continued to mock, "Your surname is Ferguson? How come I didn't know that there was an additional Ferguson family in Loen? You're also a family friend of Mr. Desilio's Ranieri family? What a joke! "
"I think you're just a little knight who's about to lose your noble title. Let me tell you, you can't call yourself a family friend just because you gave Mr. Desilio a few boxes of pastries and said a few words!"
George could tolerate being scolded, but he definitely couldn't tolerate being mocked by Connor. He immediately defended Connor and said, "Holdin …"
However, as soon as George opened his mouth, he unexpectedly saw Connor's hidden gaze. With his tacit understanding with Connor, he naturally understood what Connor meant. Although he didn't understand, he still stopped what he wanted to say.
Seeing that George understood his meaning, Connor nodded with satisfaction in his heart. However, he still pretended to be guilty and exasperated as he said, "My family's situation has nothing to do with you!"
Perhaps it was because he was too anxious, or perhaps it was because Conner's acting skills were too superb, Holdin didn't realize that Conner was acting in front of him. When he saw Conner's guilty look, he really thought that he had guessed correctly and poked Conner's weakness. He laughed proudly and said, "Of course, the situation of your family has nothing to do with me, but do you know what's next?"
"According to the tradition of the Empire, Mr. Desilio will thank the guests who have given him gifts. By then, you, the heir of the Ferguson Family, which is a family friend of the Ranieri Family, you must let Mr. Desilio mention your name! You're family friends … Hahaha! "
"If Mr. Desilio mentions me and my family during the thank-you segment, what will you do?" Connor's acting was getting better and better. In order to trick Holdin, he clenched his fists tightly and said with a red face.
"What if he mentions you and your family? Yo yo, you want to make a bet with me? Sure! No problem! When Mr. Desilio mentions you and your Ferguson family during the thank-you segment, I'll pay you ten thousand gold pounds. If he doesn't, you'll have to kneel in front of me and slap yourself ten times! "Holdin's eyes sparkled with pride as he said sinisterly.
"No problem!" Seeing that Holdin had taken the bait, it would be a waste not to earn ten thousand gold pounds. Connor naturally agreed.
At this moment, the conflict between the two parties had attracted many onlookers at the banquet. Seeing so many onlookers, Holdin, who thought that he would win without a doubt and was waiting for Connor to kneel in front of him and slap himself, proudly hugged the scantily clad Sophia and pretended to speak loudly to the surrounding onlookers.
"I, Holdin Barrera, have made a bet with this Connor Ferguson from the Ferguson family. Everyone, please be our witnesses. When Mr. Desilio thanks the guests for their gifts, as long as he mentions this person and his family, I, Holdin, will pay him ten thousand gold pounds. If he doesn't, this Young Master Connor will have to kneel in front of me and slap himself ten times!"
It had to be said that the Barrera surname had a lot of appeal in Loen. As soon as Holdin finished speaking, many of the surrounding gentlemen and ladies came forward to flatter him. They all took the initiative to be witnesses. Seeing so many people "licking" himself, Holdin immediately turned to look at Connor. His eyes were filled with provocation and smugness.
Beside Connor, George's eyes were filled with doubt. Although he didn't know why the always meticulous and meticulous Connor Ferguson would be so infuriated by Holdin that he would make such a foolish bet, he felt that he had to remind Connor.
"Connor, according to the usual practice, Mr. Desilio will only thank five people who have given him gifts. But tonight, there are at least a hundred people who have given him gifts …" George walked to Connor's side and whispered into Connor's ear.
"The bet has been made. With so many witnesses, you can't go back on your word!" Although George's actions were very subtle, they didn't escape Holdin's notice. He stared intently at Connor and George, waiting for a good show to unfold.
From an angle that Holdin couldn't see, Connor turned his head and winked slightly at George. When he turned his head back again, there was a touch of fear in his eyes. It was as real as it could be.
Just when Holdin was about to ridicule him, Mr. Desilio stood in the middle of the banquet hall again and coughed softly. Although Mr. Desilio's voice wasn't loud, the dance music in the banquet hall instantly stopped. Everyone in the banquet hall stopped what they were doing and fixed their eyes on Mr. Desilio who was in the middle of the banquet hall.
Mr. Desilio looked around and nodded slightly with satisfaction. He enjoyed the feeling of being the center of attention. It was not only a performance of his personal reputation, but also a reflection of the influence of East Hoy that he represented!
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