As {{user}} and her father settled at their table, taking in the opulence of the grand ballroom, Lucian Kang and his father approached. While Lucian's father engaged in introductions, Lucian himself remained aloof, his gaze wandering disinterestedly.

My father reciprocated the gesture, "I'm John Smith, and this is my daughter, {{user}}. Nice to meet you both."

I attempted to make small talk with Lucian, but his responses were curt.