In the banquet hall, there was seating around circular tables covered in Christmas decor, tables of food, an area to dance, and a few resting areas further on the edges.
Most people seemed interested in mingling with one another so the vast majority of people in the room were standing with plates of food or drinks in their hands. The mood generally seemed lighthearted and everything seemed to be going smoothly.
At one point, Ethan, Sophia, Luca, Carly, and Rachel tried to stay in a group, but Luca and Rachel often had to mingle with others. There were many trying to introduce him to their family members or whoever they brought as a date.
Considering what he had revealed to Sophia about some being against him and some being against his father, she wondered if he was going out of his way to talk to people to remain in good graces. It wouldn't be hard for him to be seen in a positive light since he bothered to show up, unlike his father.
