A glass of red wine was attentively placed on the study table while colorful hors d' oeuvres were set beside it. A bulky man lighted his cigar as he took the glass and swirl the red liquid inside it. The man stared at his reflection in the glass for a while before he gave a devilish grin and elegantly sipped the wine.
"You are right, she followed me promptly when she saw my silhouette." Duke Pier looked satisfied at today's development as he took another gulp of his drink. Then his eyes narrowed and wickedly licked his lips. "This only shows that she still cares about me and wants to be with me. Ah, she was so close that I could almost taste her enchanting scent."
Alfred bowed deeply before he replied. "You did a great job today, my lord. The risks that you willingly took only proved that you deserve the spring goddess more than anyone else. Very soon, your heart's desire will finally be fulfilled."
