Chapter 51

I enjoyed the rest of my lunch with Killian and Adal by discussing the upcoming gala and how I planned to use the event as my debut in high society.

They both were very curious as to how I was faring in the city, but I managed to quell their curiosity without giving them much information.

“I have a proposition for you, Villi,” Killian said as we finished eating.

“Hm?” I responded before drinking my sparkling water from my wine glass.

“It is customary for celebrities in Sanctuary to have a benefactor…” he stated. “…I was wondering if you would allow me the honor of being yours?” he asked.

I looked at him. “Are you not already Elizabeth’s benefactor?” I asked, a bit annoyed that he would offer the same thing to her.

“I am not,” Killian shook his head.

I looked at him in surprise.

“Elizabeth’s own family is her benefactor,” Adal revealed. “They use the Hallow name as leverage in a lot of their business dealings, which helps them generate