Chapter 215 - 213: The Times, Normandy I (1/2)

It was sunset when they finished looking through the contracts. Given the time, Serena chose not to look over the list of names and the sheet music anymore. So, after that, they made and ate dinner, enjoying their time together until Jack arrived to fetch the two of them.

Curious, Serena asked who does the upkeep of the house as she noticed that it was clean when she got there that morning. Charlton explained that he hired a helper who cleans the house twice a week with Jack's supervision.

Anyway, when they got back in school, it was almost 9 in the evening. They said their goodbyes and kissed each other goodnight.

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At 6:00 in the morning, Charlton was ready to go. He went down the dormitory and saw that Jack was already waiting for him. He instructed that they use the black carriage so that they won't garner unwanted attention.

The road to Normandy was rough and uneven. It took them almost 5 hours to get there. Arriving at the town's gate, a simple black carriage was already waiting for their arrival. Since Jack and Lucas' coachman have already met last time, they were able to recognize one another easily. They went on a convoy towards Lucas' newspaper publishing company.

Charlton alighted the carriage when they reached the front of the publishing company. There to welcome him was Lucas. Behind him were about fifty employees.

”Lord Daniel, it is with great honor that I welcome you to 'The Times' newspaper publishing company. Please, let me show you inside.” Lucas greeted as he made a bow.

Charlton helped him up then said in a friendly manner, ”No need to bow, Lucas. We will become business partners soon, so I don't think that this is necessary. Anyway, it is my pleasure to be here. Please, lead the way.”

Lucas smiled. He straightened himself as he indicated Charlton to walk with him towards the entrance of the company.

Charlton fell in step with Lucas so that they were walking side by side. Along the way, the employees bowed to greet him respectfully and took curious glances at him when they thought he wasn't looking. One may think that he should be used to this kind of treatment from everyone. However, he spent his formative years in Alighieri where in school, they were treated like normal students, and whenever he goes out with Kylo, they usually don't reveal their identity. Then, when he was at home, he was often sent to train with the soldiers, and they did not treat him with such reverie. Thus, he still felt flattered when they treat him as such. So, whenever their eyes meet his, he would give them a small smile of acknowledgement.

”Everyone has been looking forward towards your arrival. So please forgive them for the impertinence.” Lucas apologized when he noticed everyone peeking at Charlton.

Charlton chuckled, ”It's quite alright.”