Chapter 246 - 243: Unannounced Visit II (1/2)

Celine did not know what to say. She was mortified with the second-hand embarrassment she was feeling for her daughter. When she heard Serena's voice singing, she wanted to immediately warn her that they have a guest. But how could she go to where she was? Then, when she came to view, she had her eyes squinted, singing and dancing. She did not even notice them.

Anyway, she finally recovered when she heard Geoffrey chuckling, she turned to face him, ”Geoffrey, I assure you, my daughter is not always like this…”

Hearing Celine speaking, he shook his head as he straightened and said while still smiling, ”It's alright auntie Celine, I like Serena just the way she is.” He frankly admitted.

Celine blushed but her eyes mooned. As a mother, she felt glad that Geoffrey seemed to accept that her daughter can be, well, the way she was. Many men would never agree to what her daughter was doing. Building a career as an entertainer, singing loudly, and even acting brazenly like she just did.

When Serena reached the landing, it finally dawned to her that Geoffrey was there. Anyway, it's not like she can rudely drive him away, so she walked towards them.

”Serena, Geoffrey here came to visit. He wanted to speak with you before you leave for Militeia tomorrow.” Celine said as she pulled Serena to stand on her side.

Serena smiled as she faced Geoffrey, ”Geoffrey, thank you for coming over to see me. However, I must apologize for I won't be able to keep you company. I already have an arrangement for this afternoon. Everyone has been waiting for me and we should be leaving shortly.”

Before Geoffrey can speak, Celine, thinking that the two should develop mutual affection, said, ”No worries my dear, Geoffrey said that it would be short. I will leave you two first and wait with the others. Fin, please guide Geoffrey and Serena to the Parlour.”

Serena furrowed her brows. What did Geoffrey say to her mother? Anyway, since she can do nothing about it, she'll just listen to what Geoffrey wanted to say.

Geoffrey smiled gratefully at Celine.

Fin was walking in front while Geoffrey and Serena fell in step behind him.

No words were exchanged as the butler was with them.

Fin opened the door and inside was a coffee table for two.

”Your highness, milady, Shall I send for tea?” Fin asked.

”No need, I won't be here long.” Geoffrey answered, just wanting the butler to leave already.

Fin acquiesced with a bow then he left.

When the door was closed, Geoffrey immediately pulled Serena and enveloped her in his embrace.

Serena was surprised. What was he doing? ”Hey…” she said as she tried to push his away.

However, Geoffrey did not let go. ”Please, just stay still for a moment and let me hold you.” He said, his voice trembling.

Serena did not know what got into him, always troubled if he figured her relationship with Charlton, she asked, ”Why? What's wrong?”

Geoffrey shook his head as he inhaled the scent of her hair. Her asking made him smile. It made him feel like she cared.

”I just thought I should tell you. I won't be able to see you for a while.”

What does he mean by that? ”Of course, you won't. I'm heading to Militeia.” She replied.

Geoffrey held her tighter, ”I mean I won't be able to visit you the whole summer even after you come back. I will be very busy. So, the next time we meet would most probably already be in school.”

Did he come here to bring this great news!? Serena felt elated. She doesn't have to worry seeing him the whole summer! She can almost forgive him for hugging her now. Still, she tried to hide her blossoming happiness. What if it's a trap?