Chapter 20 (1/2)

Anuska handed Anna the invitation.

Anna knows who she has to turn to for help after reading, and her husband is obviously the best choice.

”Alexis, I've received an invitation from my cousin, Betsy, and I'm going to her afternoon tea party the day after tomorrow.”

”That's good. We're back in Petersburg now, and you're going to start a new social life in Petersburg. ” Karenin said he did not seem to realize that his wife was hinting to him.

Anna gave up the hint and said, ”I need your help.”

Karenin raised his eyes, slightly puzzled.

”You know, I had an illness, and after that I didn't go out very much. My social life had stopped for some time, and now I'm in Petersburg instead of Moscow.” Anna pauses and continues, ”I'm afraid I can't finish the tea party well.”

Karenin completely stopped cutting bacon.

The tea party between women is not a field he is very good at. In fact, it should be said that this is not the area where he is willing to be patient.

”You have to help me. I think you can tell me about these relationships when you get home today.” Anna stressed the word ”relationship,” and in their circle, it was necessary to have information about everyone.

After she finished, she looked at each other with her big eyes, like some kind of small animal.

”I'll be back on time.” Karenin said.

Anna laughed. She took a happy bite of waffle and then blinked again to thank her husband.

At four o'clock in the afternoon, Karenin came back from the Department on time.

There were no waiting guests in his meeting room, and the sofa would not have been vacant if it was normal, and he had told corney when he left in the morning that he would not see any visitors today.

His faithful old housekeeper, though puzzled, did not ask much, but faithfully carried out his husband's orders.

Therefore, before he could change his clothes, Karenin went directly to Anna's bedroom, or rather their bedroom. Although his own bedroom was still kept, he had almost completely ignored his big bed, which was not very soft.

”Come to my study, Anna.” Karenin said.

He was still wearing a civilian uniform with a medal on it. Maybe he needed to meet some diplomats in the Department today.

Karenin has won several very outstanding medals, but he does not wear them every day. He usually only uses them on important occasions. And he went home on time today, because he promised in the morning.

Anna couldn't help laughing. She almost trotted to Karenin with joy, then pulled his hand and let go before he frowned.

”You'll always do what you promised me, won't you?”

”If there is no accident, yes.”

Although he didn't quite understand why his wife asked this question, Karenin answered her truthfully, and he got a kiss in the corner of his mouth.

”You look good on the medal.” She said brightly.

Karenin looked at her, then moved away, as if, a little shy? Anna thought, also moved her eyes, secretly smile, did not know that she thought was embarrassed, at the moment is looking at her, will her eyebrows curved appearance.

Karenin had two study rooms.

One is for receiving some guests, and the other is for reading.

The study of reception guest has more luxurious sofa, more inclined to talk. The study he used to read was simple, even a little monotonous.

Two rows of large bookshelves occupy almost two walls. Near the window, there is a rosewood desk, which is simply coated with a little paint. From the edge wear marks, it has been used for some years. It can be seen that the owner cherishes it.

A chair with no cushion on it. It looks square. It's not easy to doze off when sitting on it. The whole study, just like the meaning of its birth, is just a place for reading.

Although there is plenty of sunshine, there is nothing soft. In addition to Karenin's round tea cup, it seems to be the only thing in this place that has no edges and corners. Originally, it is ordinary, but now it seems to be somewhat valuable.