"Charles, what's wrong? Such an unhappy look? In the midst of the glittering halls, Charlotte whispered next to Charles, "Do you have anything on your mind?" ”

Her eyes were full of concern, but the sound of the band playing was heard all the time, which made her whisper with a strange sense of alienation.

"Oh, nothing." Charles reluctantly composures himself and replied with a smile. "It's just that I'm a little uncomfortable today."

Charlotte looked at Charles suspiciously, as if to ask, "Is that really the case?" ”

But in the end, she didn't ask, just sighed softly.

"Charles, I'm sorry...... It's all my dad's fault, he didn't do anything carelessly and caused you so much trouble......" Her tone was full of helplessness and apology to Charles, "I've already told my dad a few times, don't worry, it won't be like this in the future." ”

She thought that Charles was still bothered by the events of the previous two days - because the Duke of Treville's actions were used as a leverage, Charles had to personally veto his proposal at the department meeting, and almost became the laughing stock of the department.

After Charlotte found out about this, she immediately quarreled with her father, blaming her father for not doing things well and dragging Charles down, and the little Duke of Trevil had to smile and apologize to his daughter because of his mistakes, and promised several times that he would never do it again in the future, which finally made Charlotte a little angry.

However, in fact, her worries were unnecessary, Charles did not take these things too seriously, although Jean-Calvert and the others hated it, although they could stumble on him, but it was never that he was worried and afraid. The reason why he seems a little lost is that he is a little lost. There are other reasons.

That's right, after a person just learned that he had a "brother" outside who he hadn't met, and that his father was the "murderer" who indirectly killed his mother. There's always some upset, right?

Although the Marquis of Treville tried to persuade him not to take such things to heart, he could not help but haunt them, and because of this, he had been indulging in business lately, trying to anesthetize himself with his busy work.

Tonight was the rare time in recent times that he had been out of business, or rather, even tonight was part of it.

That's why I say that. Because the place where they were tonight was the house of the famous banker, Baron de Beauvan. When the big banker held this banquet, he also invited them by the way.

"Charles. It's hard to have a good time, and you'll be happier......" Charlotte smiled and took his hand, as if trying to use this method to relieve him of his displeasure. "It's all in the past. Don't take it personally...... We're all young and have plenty of time to make amends, don't we? ”

She wore a long white dress decorated with tassel knots today, and with the help of the whalebone skirt, the skirt was layered and fluffy, and the whole thing was graceful. Her long blonde hair was also carefully coiled, only the two strands of curls next to her were draped over her shoulders, and she wore a pearl necklace that just wrapped around her neck. It looks luxurious and proud.

Indeed, it is very beautiful. Charles sighed inwardly.

Although she didn't guess Charles' mind. But it happened to be crooked and comforted Charles.

That's right, the past is already history, so what can you worry about? It's better to live now.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but squeeze Charlotte's hand.

Then, on a whim, he picked up a glass of wine from the side and winked at Charlotte.

"Thank you, Charlotte...... Come, let's have a drink? ”

"You are really annoying...... the two of them have been together for so many years, of course Charlotte understands what Charles means, so she glanced at Charles with some annoyance, "I'm not a child anymore, I always do this kind of prank!" ”

"What's wrong?" Charles blinked again, "Come on, Lolot, didn't you just say you wanted to make me happy?" ”

Charlotte didn't answer, still looking at Charles angrily.

"Lolote ......"

Under Charles's call by nickname several times, Charlotte sighed lightly as if she had no choice but to do anything.

"Okay, okay, you just hate it!"

Then, like a thief, she quickly glanced to either side to make sure no one noticed the two men in the corner, and then slowly lowered her head, and drank the already filled glass with Charles.

In this way, in the crowded hall, the two men bowed their heads together like children and drank the wine in their glasses, and their noses touched together, as if they were toasts. Charlotte's face was so red that it was almost as red as the wine in the glass.

After taking a sip, she looked up at her cousin, who was still smiling.

"You should be happy now, right? Mr? ”

"Very satisfied, miss." Charle replied sternly, "Thank you." ”

Charlotte was still glaring at Charles, and finally she couldn't help it, she sighed, and then smiled again.

"I can't help it."

At this moment, the band's performance suddenly changed rhythm, and it was clear that the dance party was about to begin.

"Charles, let's go dance later, shall we? It seems like the two of us haven't danced together in a long time? Charlotte whispered.

"Yes, it's an honor." Charles, of course, would not refuse her suggestion.

Just as the two of them were about to step onto the dance floor hand in hand, a greeting suddenly came from not far away.

"Mademoiselle de Treville?"

Charlotte followed the prestige and found Maurice, the only son of Baron Beauwon, walking briskly towards him, followed by his sister Lola. Her originally happy mood couldn't help but fall to the bottom all of a sudden.

Following her gaze, de Beauvang walked over briskly, and then saluted Charlotte with courtesy, "Miss Tremier, it's not good that you've overshadowed all the young ladies present tonight......"

Who allowed you to run to me so affectionately? Charlotte snorted coldly.

But despite this, she saluted the other party.

"Mr. de Beauwon. Good evening. ”

For understandable reasons, Charlotte was disgusted with the siblings. If seeing the brother and sister alone is disgusting, seeing them at the same time can be counted as disgusting. However, out of the necessary etiquette of high society, she completely suppressed the repression in her heart, and coped with each other as usual.

"Good evening, miss." Morris nodded, then looked at Charles as if he had just noticed him, "Mr. Treville." Good evening. ”

"Good evening." Charles replied flatly, then nodded to Lola behind him.

"Miss Treville, you have come here for a rare time. Just have fun, and if you need anything, just let me know! Morris seemed pleased with Charlotte's rare visit, "We've always been very attentive to our guests here......

Hum. "Always attentive". Bah.

After hearing Morris's words, Charlotte was furious in her heart, of course she would not forget what happened to Jì last time she was here.

"I have always been very grateful for your family's hospitality." She smiled and replied, "So what do you have to tell you to leave so many guests and run in front of me now?" ”

"It's not ......," Morris smiled rather awkwardly, and then pointed to his sister in the back, "Isn't that about to start dancing later?" My sister wants to dance tonight too. But I looked around and didn't find a suitable dance partner, huh...... Except for Mr. Treville......"

Charles and Charlotte looked at each other. They could all tell that he wasn't really keen to find a dance partner for his sister, but that he wanted to invite Charlotte to dance with Charles after he was kicked out.

“……”

"Of course you wouldn't let my poor sister's wish come to fruition, would you?" Morris still looked at Charlotte attentively, "Although you have something to look for my father, we don't need to rush, anyway, tonight is time!" It's the world of young people now, and of course he won't disturb the fun of young people, so let's take advantage of the time to have fun...... Ha ha! ”

"Oh, Charles, since Miss Beauwan needs help so much, will you help her?" After a moment, Charlotte looked up at Charles.

"That is, in our country, it is a great crime to refuse a girl's request......" As soon as he heard Charlotte's words, Morris immediately agreed. However, his smile immediately stiffened.

"I'm not feeling well tonight, I can't dance with you, it's ......better for you to ask Miss Beauwan to dance," Charlotte's tone suddenly became very lazy, "I'll sit down and rest, you can have fun." ”

"Miss Treville......"

"Sir, I've fulfilled your wish." Charlotte looked at Morris with a smile, "Do you have any other requests?" ”

"Ah...... Without. Maurice finally felt the rejection in Charlotte's eyes, and he lowered his head slightly, "Since you're not feeling well, let's take a good rest." ”

Then, he looked back at Lola, who was standing behind him, who had not said a word, and his tone was very stiff.

"Well, then, you've got what you wanted, and I hope you have fun, miss."

Then, rather depressed, he walked away briskly.

It turns out that this is really Lola's own request?

Charles was momentarily puzzled.

What is she doing here?

Before Charles could come to his senses, the music had changed suddenly, and the people in the center began to scatter in all directions.

And Lola had already walked up to him and gently stretched out her hand.

"Thank you for your help, sir, so let's get started."

Lola, who was dressed in gorgeous clothes, was still like a delicate doll, but the corners of her mouth were slightly raised, as if it had turned into a sneer that seemed slightly malicious.

She ignored Charlotte next to her, and seemed to enjoy Charlotte's disgusted look.

Confused, Charles held out his hand. (To be continued......)

PS: I received the manuscript fee for the starting point in October, 828 yuan, hehe, it's not enough to invite friends to eat twice...... There's always a feeling of being humiliated again.

Well, it's time to get used to it.

The end of this month is the author's birthday, and from now on I will continue all the way to the end of the month, and I will stride towards the unattainable completion of the army, haha!