Saved Him, Now I'm Obsessed (10 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 174

“Could it be because of the atmosphere like this?”

While everyone else was casually striking up new acquaintances, I found myself drifting on the outskirts, unable to join any group, which made me think of Ian.

‘I feel like someone who just can’t adapt to a new environment.’

I headed toward the corner of the banquet hall where drinks and simple snacks were laid out. Since I’d come here to enjoy myself, I might as well make the most of it—better to indulge in something I like than to sulk alone in a corner with gloomy thoughts.

After all, I’ve never been the type to wallow in melancholy.

“There are so many fascinating drinks.”

I didn’t intend to drink alcohol.

I’d already promised Ileina I’d avoid it whenever possible, and drinking alone in an unfamiliar place without a guardian could be dangerous.

Fortunately, today’s banquet featured more beautifully crafted non-alcoholic beverages than alcoholic ones.

The drinks, as vibrant and varied as the guests’ attire, were garnished with flowers, herbs, or fruits—seemingly more for show than for actual consumption.

The room was somewhat dim due to insufficient lighting, so candles were placed among the drinks to add illumination.

The way the transparent glassware and liquids within reflected the light provided quite a visual treat.

“Though, there are traps here too.”

Some of the herbs used as garnishes in the drink glasses possessed mild anesthetic or hallucinogenic properties.

Of course, since they weren’t prepared as medicinal extracts, their effects would be minimal—but if consumed in large quantities or combined with alcohol, who knew how their potency might be amplified?

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