In Claudia's presence, the two men exchanged pleasantries. However, once she exited, the smile on Xavier's face vanished entirely. "Mr. Dreskin, you seem to have something you want to say to me?"

“Now that we're alone, I won't mince my words."

Xavier sneered, flicking the goblet with his hand. "You must have heard of my reputation. I'm a man who acts as he pleases. I do Like Claudia very much. After all, any man would like such a good woman.

You're just her boyfriend. I..."

"I'm sorry," Bennett interrupted him. "I think you have misunderstood."