Chapter 277 - 274: Opening Of Benz Motors IV (2/2)

The people who have been looking forward to it began cheering.

The evening first began with dancing though, as the singing will be held as interludes.

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The older noble ladies and gentlemen congregated inside the store, not really wanting to mingle with the commoners, while those from the younger generation were on the street outside trying to enjoy the night.

People were dancing while an orchestra was playing on the stage. It seemed fun and Serena who was escorted by Leonard could only wish that it were Charlton who was walking with her.

Leonard observed his sister as he escorted her. She was all smiles and seemed dazed. She looked so happy, that he couldn't help himself from asking, ”Serena, is there anything going on between you and Charlton?”

Serena contemplated if she should just be truthful or not. Ugh. ”If there was, would you stop us?”

”Serena, you should understand the situation. Don't be selfish.” Leonard finally said.

Serena furrowed her brows. ”What do you mean by that?”

”You know you're engaged with Geoffrey. Though political, it has been ordained by the king. Besides, he likes you.” Leonard explained.

”How about this, just don't get in the way, while Charlton and I find our way out of that predicament? I know what you did last time, and I don't appreciate it.” Serena finally confronted.

”I won't apologize for that as I did it out of concern for you and our family. Our parents would not like it if they figured that you're with Charlton.” Leonard said as he sighed.

”They won't find out if you don't tell them. Leonard, I love Charlton, and it would never change. I am telling you this because I want you to support us. You're my brother, so won't you be on my side?” Serena tried to appeal.

”I don't like what you're doing. If you two are found out, it will be our downfall. Not just you, not just Charlton, but the whole of our families.”

”Then help me keep it secret for now. Don't you see? Charlton is working his way up, and so am I. If you can't help, then keep your arms folded. Don't tell our parents as I don't want to involve them with this. Let this be my and Charlton's battle. If it doesn't work out, at least that way, it should not implicate our whole family.”