Chapter 51: An Unexpected Decision
After parting ways with Lewis, Leon walked toward the town, still thinking about that momentary look of confusion on Lewis’s face when Leon asked when he could expect payment for his shipped goods.
It was obvious that the mayor, who had promised to help transport and sell Leon’s farm produce, wasn’t quite as hands-on as he claimed to be. As for the payments Leon later received in the mail—whether they truly came from Lewis himself or were sent under his name—he had no way of knowing. But honestly, it didn’t make much difference to him. As long as the money came in, that was enough.
George’s home, Leon recalled, should be fairly close to the Starfruit Saloon. After all, he had met Evelyn near the saloon, and given her age, she wouldn’t be tending a garden too far from home. She had also mentioned that she lived in a detached house.
So all Leon had to do was look for a standalone house near the saloon. With that range in mind, he soon found the place and pressed the doorbell.
A sturdy young man answered, about the same height as Leon, with a bright smile and rather impressive arm muscles.
“Hello, stranger. Can I help you?” the young man asked, looking at Leon with curiosity.
“My name’s Leon, the new farmer in town. I’m here to visit Grandma Evelyn and Mr. George,” Leon introduced himself, making sure to state his purpose.
“Oh, so you’re Leon! Grandma’s mentioned you. I’m Alex. Come on in.” Alex clapped a hand on Leon’s arm and warmly ushered him inside.
Once Leon stepped in, Alex called out in a booming voice, “Grandma! Grandma! That Mr. Leon you’ve mentioned so many times is here to see you!”