It's not just about having a connection with The Big Eight families, even attending the same dinner party with them is bragging-worthy.
In the future, when I chat with others at cocktail parties or discuss business deals, it would impress people if I mentioned that I'd seen Adrian Zhekova, had a conversation with Zane Hamilton, or attended the same dinner as these elites.
After all, who else would be invited to the same dinner with Adrian Zhekova and the likes?
Naturally, only those with high social status and standing would be eligible.
And to be invited is a validation of your status and position in society.
It's only natural for people to look up to you.
Edward said to Wendy, "Anyone who can join this party must have some skill and connections. They have outcompeted other families and made their way here, so you can't underestimate them."
