The spying array is usually used to gain the identity of the guests. Wealthy guests are secretly tagged and then attacked by the people from the Milton family after the auction.
This is a method that the Milton family used to gain another source of income. As long as they don't kill too many guests, no one will suspect them of foul play.
This person had been watching the guests and had recognized Arthur when he removed his mask to drink his beverage. So he informed the family, and they began moving into action.
Arthur has become somewhat famous among the people of the 5 sects and the 25 families now. Most of his fame is because of the inheritance he recently acquired and the bloodbath that ensued because of it.
There have been many stories and rumors circulating about the importance and value of his inheritance. The rumors have stoked public interest in his inheritance.
