Chapter 210
After a long moment of tension, just staring at the cup, she finally spoke.
“I, I don’t really… know.”
“Isella.”
“……”
Selena clicked her tongue, but it was clear from the expression on Isella’s face as she drank the coffee that she didn’t enjoy the taste. Verdic scoffed and took another sip from his cup.
‘These two really have no taste.’
Both Selena and Isella shook their heads at the bitter beverage, but Verdic, who loved gourmet experiences, was different. Not only sweet and greasy flavors are considered gourmet. Bitter and harsh tastes can also be stimulating and bring happiness. Verdic loved his identity as a gourmet. It was something more pure and beautiful.
The downside was that it was hard to sleep after drinking it, but for someone like Verdic, who drastically reduced his sleep and worked day and night, even this side effect was a blessing.
“…Good.”
Verdic savored his morning coffee, pondering when to introduce this beverage to the countess’s salon. Countess Elva was an annoying woman, but she always drew crowds and loved gossip. Her salon was always busy.
“After I meet Lord Hare, I’m thinking of passing the estate to you, Isella.”
Verdic discussed his plans.