The Second Life's

XLIV - Persuade Woo

“Nona, Mr. Franklin came to visit Miss,” Holly said between breakfasts.

“Morning like this?” I scrunched my forehead. “Hm ..., have him wait in the living room. I'll meet him after finishing my breakfast.”

Holly nodded in understanding. “Good, Miss Winston. I'll tell Mr. Franklin. I excuse.”

“Ya.”

I refocused on my breakfast and said nothing. Chloe just kept quiet and kept me company in this dining room.

As soon as I finished, I sat down for a while and enjoyed my jasmine tea and chocolates made by Chloe. Maybe he wanted to cheer me up because of yesterday. Even though I'm fine, it's fine to accept Chloe's kindness. Chocolate snacks and jasmine tea made by Chloe is very delicious.

Holly came to see me again, like she was told by Hendery to ask me to see her soon. Who told me to come early in the morning when I wanted to enjoy the start of a sunny day.

“Nona Winston-”

“I'll be there now,” cut me while standing. “Don't follow me, Chloe. I'll see Mr. Franklin alone.”

“Alright, Miss Winston,” said Chloe.

When I opened the living room door, I could see Hendery sitting next to the window facing the back garden. He looked at me when he heard the sound of the door closing in a loud voice. Her lips developed a smile but I just kept quiet and sat on the sofa.

“What does Mr Franklin want to bother visiting me so early in the morning and interrupt my breakfast?” my many.

Hendery approached me and sat down on the small sofa beside me. “Did Miss Winston not miss me for a week not meet?”

“No.”

“Her cruelty,” ledek Hendery. “Then, did Miss Winston hear the Empire gossip spread to Vanhoiren's ears?”

I glanced sharply at Hendery. “What is it?”

“Hm ..., this is about His Highness the Crown Prince and also Miss Hindley,”. “They were seen coming out alone from the Imperial Palace last night.”

“They were alone when I visited the Crown Prince's office,” I said casually.

“Then?”

“Then what?” many confused.

Hendery looked at me in disbelief. “Nona Winston let it go?!”

“Yes, I let the Crown Prince have fun while we are still unmarried,” I replied without looking at Hendery.

“Is Miss Winston crazy?! Why would Miss Winston let a teaser like Miss Hindley get in between Miss Winston's relationship as well as Her Highness the Crown Prince?!” shout Hendery.

“That's what the Crown Prince wants, then Mr Franklin thinks I should what? After being caught red-handed like that, the Crown Prince did not visit me at all,” I told him. “Stop thinking about unnecessary things.”

“But, right ..”

I looked at Hendery. “Hm?”

“Is Miss Winston serious about our deal last time?”

“Newly now you ask my seriousness?” I asked while frowning. “Hm, stop. Forget it, Mr. Franklin. I don't want to talk about anything heavy right now. If that's all you want to talk about, I'll go back to the.” room

“Nona Winston ..., don't you have the slightest feelings for His Highness the Crown Prince?” ask Hendery.

I chuckled a little. “Now no,” I replied as I walked out of the living room. “Go home, Mr. Franklin. Thank you for visiting me.”

“Now?”

After that, I went up to the second floor and entered my room.

*

In the room, I tried to contact Ava. But my communication crystal won't connect. Same with when I called Lucas.

For that, I chose to read a book about the knowledge of tea with the aroma of garlic.

I finished the book until dinner. Surprisingly, until the last sheet in the book I read, I did not find anything like that. Besides, there really is?

Only one thing makes sense, but it's very dangerous. But, how could it be untraceable by the Imperial party?! Or maybe, they hid this and deliberately made the Emperor die quickly.

Arsenic was the only poison the Empire could easily obtain. The poison is very deadly because it is odorless, colorless, or has no special taste when consumed.

If arsenic is heated, it oxidizes faster to arsenic oxide, which smells like garlic.

That's why I smell garlic. Thank goodness Ava gave me an anti-poison potion long ago. I feel the benefit.

Geck! Geck! Geck!

“Come in,” I said as I closed the book I read.

Holly came in and looked at me. “It's time for dinner, Miss Winston.”

“I'm not having an appetite, Holly. I want to go straight to bed tonight,” I told Holly. “Just spend that dinner with Chloe.”

“But ..., Miss. Miss Winston and Her Royal Highness the Crown Prince's wedding will soon take place. Miss must take care of your health so as not to fall ill on that important and sacred day,” Holly said.

I thought of a good idea. “Because you care so much about my health. Prepare lunch for me tomorrow. I'll eat with the Crown Prince to give him a surprise.”

“Then I have to notify you of your arrival tomorrow,” Holly said.

“No.., that's not necessary, Holly. What is called a surprise is a time when the recipient does not expect there will be such a thing. So, just do as I say,” I say and end with a big smile.

Holly lowered her head, visibly reluctant to do as I commanded because of Idris's deep respect. In any case, Idris has a higher rank than me who is just a fiancee.

Should I snap again? Or do I wear violence?

“You understand?” ask again. Gave Holly one chance to keep me calm.

“Good, Miss Winston. I will prepare what Miss asked just now. Then, excuse me. Please rest,” said Holly, who then resigned.

If I keep Rose and Idris comfortable with their fire games, they will both underestimate me even more. Let's see how they behave when I get into the middle of the harmony between them.

I can't wait to see the annoyed expression of Rose Hindley. Ah, it's funny. I'd better get some sleep so tomorrow comes soon.

“Charlotte, have you slept?” Lucas' voice suddenly appeared. “How are you?”

“Ah, Lucas. I just went to bed.” I walked to my bed and sat there. “Kabarku? Exceptionally well. How're you? I was trying to reach you and Ava, but I wasn't connected.”

Lucas sighed. “Ava's situation is a bit chaotic here. The communication crystal is so malfunctioning due to Ava.” mood swings Lucas is serious. “Is there no thing or someone bothering you?”

“There is, and you know who it is. As long as he is still walking and breathing, I will not calm down and continue to feel disturbed,”.

“You sound a little different. Have you had enough sleep lately?” ask Lucas.

“Uhm, yes.” I'm pinching my temple. “I'll sleep now. You also rest. Good night, Lucas.”

“Good. Good night, Charlotte.”