strictlysupreme Chapter 1273 Where is Reginald?
Chapter 1273 Where is Reginald?
Leaving aside the details of the journey, when Tang Tang got off the bus, she met Max, who was Caroline's new boyfriend.
Objectively speaking, Max is actually one of the best-looking Black people. If he hadn't become a rapper, he could probably have become an actor in Hollywood.
Caroline linked arms with Max, but only gave a brief introduction, even just mentioning Tang Tang's name to Max.
"Good evening, Miss Nicoletta Newkman."
Max greeted Tang Tang warmly, and Tang Tang nodded to Max but said nothing else.
In front of the magnificent banquet hall, one after another top-of-the-line luxury cars stopped and drove away.
Reginald's banquet naturally attracted the attention of the news media, and many media outlets were standing outside, taking photos.
These media outlets are different from paparazzi; they are invited, so filming and recording footage of the dinner is part of their official job.
If any guests need footage of the dinner later, they can get it directly from these photographers.
Tang Tang immediately spotted many familiar yet unfamiliar faces.
She was familiar with these people because they were almost all featured in magazines or interviews with famous figures, but she was unfamiliar with them because Tang Tang had never had any contact with them before.
At this moment, the air is filled with the mixed scents of expensive perfumes and burning cigars. On the contrary, thanks to the good fresh air system, the smells in the air eventually blend into an impression rather than a smell.
Like a vast web of power, or a golden dream.
The giant crystal chandelier hanging from the height emitted a cold and clear light, some of which, after being refracted by various sets of decorations, illuminated almost the face of everyone present.
Every face seemed meticulously groomed, from the curve of the smile to the relaxed yet confident brows and eyes… even the slight tilt of the chin or the angle at which the wine glass was held…
Relaxed sophistication, feigned elegance—everyone was talking animatedly, but upon Tang Tang's arrival, they all subconsciously turned to look at her.
Nicoletta Newkman.
Many people, watching the figure step out of the car and onto the red carpet, suddenly thought of this name.
Tang Tang's outfit today was really, really low-key, yet as she stood there, everyone's eyes were drawn to her, completely ignoring Edwin standing next to her.
After learning that Tang Tang had accepted the invitation to the dinner, the heads of the other two major pharmaceutical companies, in addition to Reginald, also decided to attend the dinner at the same time.
The same applies to other powerful and influential figures.
Unfortunately, Tang Tang had never accepted any invitations before, but her popularity was simply too high. It was unclear what kind of impact she would have on the American market...
Seeing the potential profits, these investors naturally all gravitated towards her.
“My dear, you are the star of the night,” Edwin chuckled softly. “Come on, Your Majesty, it’s time for your entrance.”
……
The piano music was soothing and melodious. Tang Tang entered the venue arm in arm with Edwin, feeling the countless gazes directed at her.
Her gaze swept calmly and leisurely across the faces, but she was surprised to find that she couldn't find that old man, Reginald.
?
As the host of the banquet, Reginald should be exchanging pleasantries with the guests by now, according to banquet etiquette.
Clearly, the other guests were also puzzled, and Tang Tang could even see some people whispering to each other.
They're probably discussing where Reginald went.
The discussion quickly ceased, because although Reginald did not appear, two other people did.
Tang Tang's gaze also turned in that direction, pausing slightly.
The two people were Esther Finch, head of Ark Pharmaceuticals, and Alexander Cole, head of OSIRIS Biotechnology.
Both were in their early forties and were fierce competitors. So even when they appeared together, they didn't interact at all; it was a classic case of two titans clashing.
Tang Tang's eyes met Esther Finch's for a moment, and then she was surprised to see this iron-blooded queen of the medical field walk directly towards her without any hesitation.
Esther Finch is 40 years old. She has a neatly styled short haircut, serious and earnest features, wears frameless glasses, and is dressed in a black dress.
If Tang Tang's dress exudes understated elegance, then on Esther, it conveys seriousness and solemnity.
Although it was a bit impolite, Tang Tang still felt to herself that Ms. Esther gave her the feeling of a very serious and somewhat fierce middle-aged nun like the ones she saw in European and American movies.
Esther Finch walked up to Tang Tang, looked at her, and said, "Miss Nicoletta Newkman, it's a pleasure to meet you at the banquet."
“It is an honor to meet you, Ms. Finch.”
Tang Tang shook hands with Esther, then, with a calm smile, spoke to her, "I didn't expect Ms. Finch to attend the banquet. Of course..."
She looked at Alexander Cole, who was following closely behind, and said, "And Mr. Cole too."
Alexander Cole is 41 years old this year. As a middle-aged man, especially a middle-aged man in Europe and America, it must be said that Mr. Cole has a good appearance.
He was tall and thin, at least not overweight, dressed in a neat suit, and had a friendly smile on his face. "I think I heard my own name? Oh, Miss Nicoletta Newkman, it's a pleasure to meet you!"
One of Edwin's roles as Tang Tang's male companion was to act as a bridge in their conversations.
After Tang Tang and Alexander Cole shook hands, Edwin smoothly and gently began, "We did mention Mr. Cole... but mainly we were asking why Mr. Reginald Croft was nowhere to be seen?"
"Hey... does anyone know where Croft... that unreliable guy is?"
When Alexander Cole replied, he almost blurted out a derogatory term, but he managed to control himself and corrected himself.
He coughed awkwardly and immediately changed the subject, "I mean, wasn't Reginald photographed by the media being taken to the hospital in the middle of the night? To be honest, we're really competitive, and I'm also curious about what kind of illness his family doctor couldn't treat."
“I think this is what most of the guests are guessing,” Esther Finch suddenly said. “And Miss Newkman? As far as I know, quite a few people have invited you… but you’ve turned them all down. Many people have speculated that you’re not planning to continue developing your career in the US, or that you’re planning to return to Italy or something.”