"Oh, it's nothing special, just annual celebration of the founding of my company," Charles explained.
"Your company? I didn't know you had started your own company." Bridian said, as a pair of teardrop earrings appeared in his ears.
"Oh, it was nothing special. I just felt that the family fortune was getting a little low, so I decided to get into the manufacturing business. It wasn't long before we were turning a sizable profit margin, and it is now my most lucrative holding. This party will mark the twenty sixth anniversary."
"Most impressive. Would I be allowed to bring one or two guests?" Bridian asked.
"For such a charming guest, I would gladly allow you to bring a dozen," Charles said in reply.
