Chapter 55 Warmth Sublimated (1)_1
In the Bluen Family’s dining room, the layout was elongated. A long dining table was placed in the center, with five chairs on each side and one at each end, accommodating twelve people in total.
Several paintings hung on one wall of the dining room. The opposite wall featured a long, embedded window with its clear glass slightly ajar. Two layers of curtains hung down: one of sheer fabric and the other of cloth. Typically, the sheer curtains were lowered, while the cloth curtains were drawn to the sides, allowing light from outside to filter in. Despite this, the dining room was dimmer than the outdoors. A luxurious crystal chandelier hung from the center of the ceiling. One end of the dining room served as the entrance, while the other end boasted an extra-large French window. This window faced a corner of the courtyard, offering a scenic view.
The couple each took their seats. A short while later, Scarlett Taylor also came downstairs.
The housekeeper instructed the servants to serve the prepared meal.
After the three of them silently finished their lunch, Glades Horne didn’t leave immediately. Instead, he took Julia Bluen for a walk in the courtyard.
At noon, the sun high in the sky was exceptionally blazing.
The two strolled along the shaded path, enjoying the comfortable autumn breeze. Glades spoke in a deep voice, "After the wedding, I’ll have someone look for your sister’s whereabouts."
Upon hearing this, Julia stopped in her tracks and turned to look steadily at him.
Glades also halted, and the two gazed at each other.
After a moment, Julia said softly, "Glades." She leaned into his embrace of her own accord, touched by his thoughtfulness.