Chapter 282 - 279: Rising Star III (1/2)
Now that Howell somehow made himself known, he was not sure how to move forward. Anyhow, the mission was getting someone to become more popular than Lady Serena. The question was who? Then, he recalled Ms. Emily Evans. Thinking about it, it was she who tipped him that information which led him to have such luck. Perhaps luck would find him again if he were to stick with her and make her the muse of his articles.
She was a very nice girl, and she was also very talented. He would be happy to help her gain fame, and at the same time, he will be able to do his job. It was two birds in one stone, and he felt that he was such a genius for coming up with that solution.
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Charlton was too busy to read about all the articles which came to be from the opening of Benz-motors. However, he was still bound to find out about it.
On the 20th of July, after their newly selected composer signed his contract, Edward decided to ask if he has read the news published by Esquire. Seeing that he didn't have an idea, Edward rummaged through his drawer, then finding the copy, he handed it to Charlton.
Charlton read it from top to bottom, and after, he cursed. His first thought was to find the writer and give him a clear warning. How dare he imply that Serena was more fitting to retire? He wanted to give the sorry excuse of a man a lesson. However, he knew that he should not act out of the heat of the moment. Esquire was owned by duke Tristan Geralt, the father of the second queen.
Aside from that, there were several people who knew that Serena was engaged to Geoffrey, so the news should not be so surprising. It's good enough that his name was not mentioned. He took a deep breath to calm himself. What if this was a ploy by their family?
What if he were to attack and they find out that he did it? Most likely, Geoffrey will not do anything about it as obviously, he also wishes for Serena to retire so that he will be able to marry her sooner. The second prince's family might not know, but perhaps for Geoffrey, they were doing him a favor. He must also consider the fact that Geoffrey already gave him a warning a number of times which means that he's suspicious.
He sighed. He could only hope that Serena would not take this matter to heart. Anyway, knowing her, she would be irate but prove them wrong.
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A week after the event, Emily was surprised to see that Mr. Howell Jones has been waiting for her outside the orphanage she frequently visits.
”Good afternoon Ms. Emily, do you still recall me? We've met before during the audition at Columbia's. I'm Howell Jones.” He introduced.
Emily was a smart girl. From the moment she saw him, she already recognized him. While walking, she has thought of many possibilities as to why he was there. She decided to bet that he's there because his article might have made him famous, and he's there for more news. Well, if he wants to take advantage, she might as well use him to hers. They both can benefit, but she must have the upper hand.
”It's you! I could not believe that you used that information to besmirch Lady Serena. I dislike dishonest people. I could not believe that I'm seeing you again.” Emily exclaimed.