Cao Zixu's Talents were all geared toward being a Creator, so he wasn't adept at playing the host.
Some of the people present were slightly displeased that Cao Xing'an hadn't made an appearance, but none of them showed it.
A small portion of the guests had been personally invited by Cao Xing'an.
Most, however, were hoping to use the banquet to build a relationship with Cao Xing'an, or to use it as a springboard to meet suitable contacts and negotiate partnerships.
This kind of banquet was, in essence, a grand stage for pursuing fame and fortune.
But with the host, Cao Xing'an, nowhere to be seen, his invited guests felt they were being snubbed.
It also robbed those who had gone to great lengths to secure an invitation of their chance to approach and curry favor with him.
Even though Cao Xing'an was absent, the banquet's atmosphere was still lively and enthusiastic.
