Chapter 399: The Banquet
Ottawa, Governor-General's House of Canada.
In front of the building, known as the Lido Hall, there was once again a bustling scene after a long time this evening. Under the dim street lamps, horse-drawn carriages inlaid with family crests of different patterns blocked the Suses Sloping Street. The servants were busy with nervousness, guiding the carriages to their predetermined positions, so that they would not be disgraced by the slightly chaotic streets when they disembarked with the nobles on board.
The Governor's Office of Canada, known as the Lido Hall, is a vast garden, although it has not yet developed into the 32-hectare garden of the later generations. Probably the most impressive thing is the huge garden in front of the building, which is where the banquet will be held tonight, as you can tell from the decoration in the center of the garden and the food that has been prepared.
The Lido Room is a three-story gray building that looks ordinary, but it is not lacking in solemnity and majesty. The British flag and the Governor's flag were hung in front of the door at the same time, indicating that the owner of the place, the Governor of Canada, had arrived early.
Well-dressed guests walked gracefully into the banquet garden, where a traditional royal guard of honour with temporary guest security guards scrutinized the guests' invitations and placed them in pairs. The strict caution of the scene made everyone invisibly feel the high-end of the banquet specifications.
Of course, Wang Zheng didn't need to line up like a child, and after a little telepathy, the two of them had already arrived at the center of the garden.
Nightlife has always been a tradition of the aristocracy, and now that it is dark, the banquet guests have not yet arrived.
Wang Zheng and Jin Liuniang each walked to the corner with a glass of wine, curiously observing the every move of the nearby nobles.
In order to establish a large family in the British system, it was inevitable to deal with these privileged people. Fortunately, at this time, the law in the UK is relatively fair to insiders. Therefore, Wang Zheng does not have to use some special means frequently.
After a short time, the butler, who had been standing in the vestibule to greet the guests in place of the host, saw that the people had almost come in, ran to the steps of the front hall and shouted a few words, and saw that the guests gradually quieted down. Only then did he say loudly with a smile on his face.
"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the welcome banquet of the Count of the Governor, and express my sincerest gratitude to the Metcalfe family for the presence of distinguished guests! Now there's Charles, Count Metcalfe! ”
The eyes of the men and women present lit up, and the heart finally waited for the protagonist to appear. They all smiled and applauded softly.
In the midst of applause, a middle-aged man in his forties and fifties walked out slowly in a well-fitting dress, gently carrying a glittering cane in his hand, and bowing gently to the guests present.
The guests returned the favor. The applause grew louder.
Earl Charles stroked his beard lightly and smiled, "Nothing else, welcome everyone to my banquet, I hope you can have fun." ”
After the usual speeches, the guests dispersed one after another, skillfully forming small circles, and while chatting happily, they waited for the host to visit.
I don't forget who said it, this society is originally made up of small circles. Some circles are big, some are small. The difference is only in the extent of the overlapping circles. Therefore, someone like Wang Zheng, who has no overlap with any of their circles, can only pretend to flirt with Jin Liuniang and the two of them. This makes it a little less inconspicuous.
In fact, Wang Zheng simply thought too much about himself, and there were more people attending the banquet of the governor and earl, and everyone could recognize it. And the garden is dimly lit. I can't see people clearly at all.
"Are you ready?" Wang Zheng watched the Governor Count get down from the stage with a smile on his face and greet people he knew. asked in a low voice.
Jin Liuniang smiled slightly, and her white-gloved hand pointed in one direction.
Wang Zheng looked at it and saw that a Yuri replicant was hiding in the corner. Nodding slightly. smiled and said, "Let's start, it's not early." I'm too lazy to spend here with these boring aristocrats. ”
As soon as the words fell, there was a sudden agitation in front of him. Several muffled screams rang out, drawing the eyes of everyone nearby. The unknown music that had been accompanying me in my ears also stopped, and they all looked up and stepped on their feet.
"Count!" The butler exclaimed, and rushed over with two guards. After a while, a man came out and ran into the Lido Hall. Judging from the ornate cane in the hands of the butler, who was constantly pacifying the guests, the person who was carried away should have been the Count of the Governor himself.
Watching the figures of several people disappear behind the gate, the quiet banquet hall began to buzz with discussions, full of people asking each other about the situation, and then laughing and commenting in a low voice. Several noble ladies who were gathered together even used small fans to cover their mouths to prevent their small mouths, which were too excited due to inexplicable excitement, from squirting out indecent saliva.
After a long while, the housekeeper came out again, clapped his hands gently, and after attracting everyone's attention, he said slightly apologetically: "I'm sorry for this kind of thing to happen, but my master suddenly felt unwell and couldn't attend tonight's banquet." On behalf of my Earl, I apologize to all of you for this, and I ask you not to let this disturb your pleasant mood and continue to enjoy this wonderful evening. Also, I wonder which one is Mr. Logan? Mr. Richard Logan, a well-known pharmacist from the Northwest? ”
Wang Zheng walked out of the corner with a light smile, gently raised his hand and gestured, and said, "Me! ”
The people around looked surprised, as if they were wondering how they didn't know about this famous pharmacist.
The housekeeper hurriedly bowed lightly and said slightly apologetically: "Although there are some Meng Lang, my earl still wants to ask Mr. for help!" ”
Wang Zheng put down his wine glass, nodded lightly, and said, "This is my honor." ”
Then the butler made a gesture of invitation and walked quickly into the governor's palace with Wang Zheng.
Everyone suddenly became excited, and they only felt that tonight's banquet full of explosive points was really the right one, and the incomparably coquettish desire ignited the fire of gossip in their hearts. Before the door to the Governor's Palace could be closed, a more heated discussion began.
Wang Zheng followed the housekeeper through the vestibule, up the Y-shaped staircase to the second floor, and stopped outside a room door around the corner.
Just as the door opened, a doctor in a white coat walked out of it, glanced at Wang Zheng, and got out of the way without a squeak.
Wang Zheng saw the suspicion and hostility hidden in the doctor's eyes, and smiled secretly in his heart. The saying that peers are enemies is applicable everywhere.
The butler led Wang Zheng into the room, and the Governor Count was half-leaning on the bed, a middle-aged woman dressed as a noblewoman sat on the edge of the bed and held his hand with concern, and a young man stood on the edge of the bed. Judging by their expressions, they should be the earl's wife and children.
Seeing Wang Zheng come in, the governor put a smile on his face, nodded to his wife and son, and said, "You guys go out first." ”
The two didn't dare to argue, but just glanced at Wang Zheng with a little curiosity and went out. It seems that they still understand a little, why did the Earl leave the good doctor in the family unnecessary, and go out of his way to invite this pharmacist, who is almost not famous, but not a famous person?
Wang Zheng's side finally got on the right track, and Jin Liuniang's side was finally noticed by the noble ladies. After a while of whispering, two noble ladies were finally sent by people in the same circle to find out.
"Good evening!" A noblewoman with black gloves was the first to say hello.
"Good evening!" Jin Liuniang slightly lifted her skirt and returned the salute lightly, her eyes were not shocked.
For her graceful and elegant performance, the two of them were dazzled, and the curiosity in their hearts, which was originally only three points, suddenly grew to ten points. They wondered why they had never heard of this aristocratic lady. Did you just come from the UK?
Good evening! It may be a bit rude, but I can't help but ask. Another noblewoman, wearing white lace gloves and a bold shear, asked, "Was that your husband?" ”
"Yes! You can call me Isa. Jin Liuniang smiled faintly.
"Well, Isha, is your husband a famous doctor?" The black-gloved lady glared at the white-gloved lady, as if she was dissatisfied with her speaking first.
The corners of the white glove's mouth curled slightly, ignoring it at all.
"It doesn't count!" Jin Liuniang said: "Richard is not a doctor, he is just a well-known pharmacist!" ”
"Pharmacist? What is that? Scientists? The white gloves gently covered their mouths, revealing a surprised expression.
Black Glove glanced at her with disdain, and said with disdain: "Some people really don't know how to learn, they know how to play every day, and they don't have any knowledge at all." Pharmacists are researchers of medical drugs. These people are not necessarily doctors, but they are better and more savvy than doctors in one area. ”
Jin Liuniang smiled secretly in her heart, but there was no trace of abnormality on her face, and nodded gently: "This ......"
"Catherine! This is Kaidi! The Black Glove replied.
"Yes, Kaiqi!" The white gloves gritted their teeth and corrected the fan tightly.
The corners of Jin Liuniang's mouth twitched, and she continued: "This Miss Catherine is right, pharmacists belong to the researcher's side. Although it seems to me that he just locks himself in the house every day and tinkers with some strange potions, many people think he is very powerful! ”
The two laughed at the same time, thinking that Jin Liuniang's statement was very interesting.
The white glove suddenly hugged Jin Liuniang's arm in a flash of inspiration, gently pulled her to his side, and said with a smile: "Isa, I like what you say." Come, let me introduce you to my friends. After speaking, he didn't give Jin Liuniang time to react, glanced at the black gloves proudly, and directly pulled Jin Liuniang away!
Black Glove took a step slower, stomped his feet in remorse, gritted his teeth and walked towards his circle. (To be continued......)