Chapter 153: The Banquet Part 2
The grand banquet hosted by the Shinomiya Family had entered its final stages of preparation. Servants bustled about, ensuring every detail was perfectly arranged before the arrival of the honored guests.
The venue itself exuded an almost blinding level of luxury. The red carpet stretched beneath one's feet felt incredibly soft, made of special silk velvet imported directly from Europe, its value rumored to far exceed the price of gold.
Above, crystal chandeliers cast a shimmering light, reflecting the breathtaking sparkle of large and extremely rare uncut diamonds that adorned them.
The round tables and chairs neatly arranged throughout the room were handcrafted by the finest artisans, using the highest quality wood that displayed beautiful natural grains and exceptional craftsmanship.
Among the prestigious guest list prepared by the Shinomiya Family, the names of three other giant conglomerate families were also noted as invited to this special event: the Sanzenin Family with their immeasurable wealth, the Momobami Family who controlled the gambling world with astonishing influence, and the Tenjouin Family known for their extensive power and political connections.
Only the leading figures in the Japanese business world received direct honorary invitations from the Shinomiya Family. Of course, some locally prominent families also managed to attend thanks to their connections and influence with these great tycoons.
Among the invited guests, the Yukinoshita Family was also present, their attendance acknowledged due to their reliance on the more influential Arima Family.
The two Yukinoshita sisters, Haruno and Yukino, sat side-by-side at a table located somewhat on the periphery of the main banquet area, observing the crowd with different expressions.
"Hey, Yukino. What kind of people do you think the Seventh King and the Eighth King are? I heard they're both around Yukino's age and still high school students."
Swirling her sparkling wine glass, Haruno looked at her younger sister.
"King? What a ridiculous joke. They are not rulers of a country, so why are they called kings? What on earth is the Shinomiya Family thinking, holding such a lavish banquet just to entertain ordinary high school students?"