Chapter 519 - The Lonely Man (1/2)
Alaric's car drove smoothly to the Lewis family's palace, and after arriving there, he immediately stepped into the West Wing where he was staying.
”Sir, Lady Portia asked that you join us in the dining room after you return. We have guests staying at the East Wing.” The butler welcomed him at the door. ”It seems they are good friends of Master.”
”Thank you, Butler Han, I'll be there.”
Alaric wasn't into crowds or small talks, but he understood that Portia and Ned were trying to meet as many people from the Alchemists clan as possible to channel support for him when he stepped forward as the candidate for the clan leader position.
In order to appreciate the efforts of his adoptive parents, he certainly wouldn't mind simply attending and meeting these people. Not to mention, they were the ones in charge of all communication with these people anyway.
After all... This was his people. This was his family in this world. Maybe he really should try to open up more. These people understood him best here, after all.
”Good evening, Eli. Nice to meet you again,” Kit Blue, who looked very beautiful in a short casual dress that showed off her long legs and skin that was as smooth as snow, immediately rose from the dining table and welcomed Alaric's presence with a smile. She finally heard that Alaric didn't like being touched, making her know better on how to behave.
Alaric nodded at her. ”Good evening.”
He was happy because Kit Blue seemed to learn quickly and knew how to behave. The girl didn't seem offended by Alaric's cold attitude and continued to be nice to him.
She happily sat across the young man, next to her mother and father. Throughout the dinner, she seemed rather intelligent, following the various discussions of the parents at the dinner table on various topics of the world.
This was not without practice. Kit Blue was prepared by her mother to make the best impression at this important dinner. She must be able to impress Portia, and of course, Alaric, so that the arranged marriage talks between Ned and Lex could take place without getting opposed by the two. That was why Kit made herself appear as presentable as possible.
”Hm... Eli, since you guys have finished eating, please take Kit on a walk to look at our garden. She has never been here,” Portia said after dinner. ”I'm sure the chat between old people like us is very boring for you.”
Before Alaric could answer, Kit had risen to her feet and spread her arms. ”The weather is very nice for winter like now, of course, this is a good sign.”
Alaric nodded and stood up. He knew his adoptive parents and the Blue family were about to talk about something without him, so he immediately walked out.
The winter night sky this time was surprisingly bright. He could even see the full moon decorate the sky. Hmm...
”Do you like astronomy?” Kit asked suddenly. She had noticed yesterday how often Alaric looked at the sky.
Alaric nodded without turning his head.
”Then you must come to Iceland. There, you'll be able to see the sky perfectly, and if you're lucky, you can even see the aurora. It's absolutely beautiful,” Kit continued. She was not at all offended by Alaric's cold attitude.