Chapter 30 - 6.2 : The Visible Scandal
Morning arrived with a gentle breeze and the rich aroma of coffee drifting from the main dining hall.
It was Tuesday, and for the first time in weeks, Harun, the head butler, knocked politely on Al’s bedroom door.
"Young Master Al, the family has requested your presence for breakfast this morning."
A few minutes later, Al appeared in the dining room, his hair still slightly messy but his expression calm as usual.
The rest of the family was already seated in their respective spots. Aurielle was reading a report on her tablet. Sarah was using a silver spoon to check her reflection. Lysha was absorbed in her phone.
Edward, the father, spoke up first.
"Al... David told me you actually enrolled at HIHS?"
Al sat down, pouring tea into his cup.
"Yes, Father. Didn’t I already mention that before?"
His tone was flat. But somehow, his answer made Edward seem annoyed... although he quickly masked it with a thin smile.
"Hm... Forgive me. I didn’t believe it back then. But I heard you got a scholarship from the Alasia Group Foundation?"
Al nodded slowly.