He recognized that he was being rejected, but the reasons given—"blood and taste"—were so vague he had no idea what they meant.
Cough cough!!
Fang Hao cleared his throat and explained, "Perhaps they mean you're too plump and need to lose a little weight. Don't take this too seriously. Some girls prefer slim guys, while others like them chubby and comfortable to touch."
"Um, really? So, I still have a chance?" Eric was still not ready to give up.
"Eric, with your family's wealth, you shouldn't fixate on just her."
"I feel I still have a chance. We were getting along really well before." Eric responded.
Fang Hao put an arm around Eric and whispered, "Let me tell you something. I heard that Rolana is taken."
"Really?"
"Why would I lie to you!"
As they chatted, the group took their seats at the banquet.
Not long after, Aubrey and Rebecca stepped out.
As the organizer of the banquet, Aubrey took to the stage and began his opening speech.