"Is something wrong with your brain?" Leonard couldn't help asking. He has been very much bewildered by Charlton's behavior at lunch.
"Hehe… I just wanted them to like me. It would be nice if they were to think fondly of me."
"You have been acting strangely these past few weeks, you have been… too nice to me? did you do something behind my back?"
"of course not!" Charlton denied quickly, "It's just that I've suddenly been enlightened… haha…"
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When they arrived at the Maxwell's mansion, all the servants were already standing at the entrance to welcome them. At the forefront was their Butler.
"Welcome, your grace, Milady, milord. Please, we have everything prepared for your arrival." Their butler, Fin, greeted them as he bowed along with all the servants.
"Please rise." Simoun said.
After, Fin walked with him as they discussed some miscellaneous matters. Celine and Serena were behind them, arms laced. And at the rear were Leonard and Charlton.
