From Outcast to Overlord The Unyielding Heir (Leander Ashcroft) novel Chapter 514

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Nathan and the others sitting beside Leander had been nervously scanning the room the entire time, terrified that someone from the Benjamin family might notice them.

The moment Denzel arrived, their expression changed drastically.

Livia clutched Nathan's arm tightly, her face as pale as a ghost

"Nathan, it's Denzel. He's here!"

Luke and the rest were shaken to the core, their expressions twisting with terror. When they realized Denzel was looking directly at them, their hearts sank.

In the meantime, Nathan stole a glance at Leander, only to find him still had his eyes closed and resting.

Helpless, Nathan lowered his voice to soothe Livia.

"Hmph." Denzel noticed their fear. Then, he dragged a finger across his own throat in their direction, revealing a cruel, bloodthirsty grin that scared everyone half to death.

"Leander!" Nathan patted Leander urgently.

"Denzel noticed us!"

Hearing his words, Leander slowly opened his eyes and glanced in Denzel's direction. Then, he closed his eyes again.

"Don't worry. If anything goes wrong, I'll handle it."

Hearing his words, Liana couldn't help but snort.

"I truly admire your ignorance, Leander. Denzel has his eyes on you, yet you are still talking nonsense. If I were you, I'd have slipped out the back already."

Even as a member of the Southern Wyvern Blade, the Benjamin family's influence still made Liana feel immense pressure. Thus, she doubted that Leander had any capability to defy them.

However, Leander stayed utterly unmoved. His silence only fueled Liana's annoyance, and she wished Denzel would teach Leander a harsh lesson.

Denzel cast Leander one more chilling look but didn't act immediately.

Tonight's banquet was hosted by him, so maintaining appearances was the top priority.

With one sweep of his imposing presence, he moved toward Maeve.

As he passed, wealthy elites instinctively stepped aside, giving him an unobstructed path.

He walked like a crowned prince—highborn, authoritative, untouchable.

Standing before Maeve, he gave a courteous bow.

"Miss Reyne, we will meet again."

Hearing his voice, Maeve turned her head around. Upon seeing Denzel, her smile disappeared instantly.

"Mr. Benjamin, what do you want?"

To Maeve, Leander was everything. The Benjamin family had once crossed Leander, so no matter how prestigious Denzel was, she would never show him any respect.

Denzel's eyes darkened at her icy tone, but he forced a smile and said, "The banquet is about to begin. As tonight's host, I would like to invite you to the opening dance." Then, he extended his hand toward her.

Around them, countless socialites and noblewomen looked at Maeve with jealousy. They wished they could be in Maeve's place.

In Yelem, being favored by Denzel meant being a crown princess candidate—perhaps even the future queen. Yet, this honor had fallen to a woman from Astria.