Even Leit, who attended the same academy as Joad, was stunned by what had just happened.
Where did this heir of the Crimsonflame Marquis suddenly appear from? And how was Joad chatting and laughing with her like they were lifelong friends?
Ivy stood frozen in place.
Ever since they had entered the so-called Nova Banquet, Joad's wild and unpredictable actions had come one after another.
She couldn't make heads or tails of anything anymore.
As for Third Prince Baphomet?
He was currently holding onto a tree trunk, laughing so hard he could barely stay upright.
Belzebuth trembled with rage. Seeing this, Clark quickly tried to explain to Vanessa:
"Miss Vanessa, please don't misunderstand! Those so-called 'gifts' weren't bribes or anything underhanded—they were just little surprises we prepared for you! After all, you're the Crimsonfla—"
Before he could finish, Vanessa shot him a piercing glare.
Belzebuth immediately stopped him from continuing.
