Chapter 309 - 306: The Calm Before The Storm I (2/2)

Geoffrey took a deep breath as he clenched his trembling fist. He should remain calm that instant. He must not rush about things.

Calming himself, he decided to wait a few days. Although he wanted to just visit Serena's ducal mansion to seek confirmation that very moment, he would still wait for the right timing. Leonard would be heading to Torton in 2 days' time.

He wished more than anything that he was wrong. If not, he did not know what he would do.

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On the 20th of July, grand duchess Georgina Daniel arrived in the capital. She went down the train, her servants, aides, and escorts behind her.

Charlton seeing his mother alight from the first compartment of the train reserved for VVIP passengers quickly excused himself from the people surrounding him to welcome her.

”Mother.” He greeted as he gave her a hug.

Georgina smiled widely seeing her son. He made her so proud. From the moment the train stopped, she already saw him through the window. A lot of people were congregating around him, and he was treating them all nicely. Despite all his achievements, his feet were firmly glued on the ground.

Which mother would not be proud? He was her pride and joy. Well, given that she also married the most amazing man in the empire, it was only natural that the best man of his generation would also come out of her womb. How lucky was she?

Anyway, she kissed both his cheeks, then she said, ”you have to tell me all about this ruse you're making. I read all about this girl you seem to adore from the news.”

Charlton shook his head understanding that his mother was referring to Emily. He wanted to get it straight but knew that since they were in the middle of the crowd that it was not the time.

”Mother, I'll tell you all about it when we get back to the mansion.”

His mother nodded her head in understanding.

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TBC