Chapter 208 (2): Here Comes Spring, the Season of Awakenings
Northern District, Londan. January eighth.
A classy dinner banquet was held in an extravagant estate for members of high society. The setting sun could still be seen on the horizon, and a faint layer of mist spread through the air. Night had not yet descended on the grandiose venue, but brilliant lights were already illuminating it.
Past the estate gates was a carefully tended garden with a few sparsely placed elegant statues, guarding the serene beauty. In the distance, the evergreen shrubs were trimmed into a maze. The dim environment made it perfect for couples sneaking away for some private time.
Inside the banquet hall, a line of chandeliers hanging from the ceiling cast soft light on the lavish interior, creating a romantic atmosphere. On the dining tables, intricate silverware was placed in an orderly fashion, and a variety of delicacies were served. The guests, all dressed for the occasion, mingled and conversed. Their voices weaved together with the elegant music filling the space.
Mayor Angelo, the master of the estate, had put in a lot of effort to create the romantic atmosphere, even laying down numerous petals on the carpet and inviting an orchestra to perform live music.
However, the sophisticated murals on the walls and the different decorations with known sources exposed Angelo’s lack of artistry. He was no old nobles of Windsor, and he lacked the foundation of culture that took time to accumulate.
According to Auston, Angelo became the head of the Financial Town this time because of the complicated web of interests behind him.
The ‘father and son’ duo walked through the front door, with Megan following them closely. Soon, they met Mayor Angelo. The middle-aged man was slightly overweight, dressed impeccably in tasteful, classy clothes.
“Auston, I’m happy to see you tonight.” Angelo shook Auston’s hand with a smile, shifting his gaze to Wayne. “As expected of the Lando family heir. I can see you in him.”
He followed that greeting with praises, saying that the son was just like the father, that a successful father would not have a lout as a son, and that the Lando family would be in good hands. Wayne remained silent with a smile, and Auston didn’t clarify the truth.
Whatever, no one’s going to buy the explanation anyway. Both of them shared that thought.
Auston enjoyed quite a status in Londan for being the Mayor of Financial Town for several terms. With his impressive wealth, he could get close to anyone, and as he took Wayne around, there was never a second when they didn’t hear compliments.