The Sammers left in a daze.
They had worked so hard to find a connection and finally gained entry to a high-society banquet, yet the other party had not cared in the slightest.
The enormous disparity left the two, who had been feeling so pleased with themselves, deeply disappointed.
At the same time, they were rather envious of their detective neighbor, Charlotte.
As expected, being a detective made it easy to come into contact with people from high society.
Just like when Mrs. Mary had hired Detective Charlotte last time.
Perhaps he had met this important figure under similar circumstances.
With an annual household income of as much as 430 pounds, making them standouts even among the middle class, the Sammers were now considering whether to ask Detective Charlotte to introduce them to Mr. Franklin when the opportunity arose.
They could also ask Mrs. Mary about Mr. Franklin's identity at the banquet...
"They're actually quite decent people. As neighbors, they're pretty good. You really are mean-spirited."
Klein pushed Xu Yue into the kitchen. As he leaned against the door and watched Xu Yue cook with artistry, he also spoke up in defense of their neighbors.
They were a little pretentious, but that was hardly a serious flaw.
Besides, Klein's own income far exceeded that of ordinary people like the Sammers.
Although Poor Fool had never had any savings, the price of the two formulas he had sold to buy weapons for Little Sun had exceeded the Sammers' annual income.
Hiring Miss Sharon for a single job had cost even more than two years' worth.
"Was I? I was only telling the truth. Look, to spare their feelings, I didn't even throw away the invitation in the end."
Once the dishes were ready, Klein no longer had any interest in