The Happy Life of a Duchess

Mr. Duval remained strangely silent.

Adele has every reason to believe that this polite gentleman is weighing this matter in his heart——

A smart gentleman like him must be able to vaguely understand what she meant.

However, precisely because of his intelligence, when he was thinking about it, he couldn't help worrying about whether he was thinking too much.

Adele could vaguely distinguish the entanglement and hesitation hidden in his brows and eyes, and those hesitation prevented him from answering immediately.

If it was not Adele but any other lady who proposed this matter, Duval is very confident that he can agree to it without hesitation, no matter in a joking tone or in a soft and laughing voice, They were able to generously allow themselves to accept this "punishment" that was not harsh or even seemed too gentle.

However, when faced with such a smart and charming lady in his eyes, he hesitated surprisingly, afraid that he really thought too much and would get the wrong meaning, but he was also afraid that he would think too little and let himself be confused. It looks very dull and very "unenlightened".

It's as if, in his heart, he vaguely hopes that he can perform well, that he is outstanding, decent, and the most unique among many gentlemen, but in order to control himself, he is too special and let some uneasy facts occur, or simply lead to a series of embarrassing misunderstandings due to his excessive narcissism.

Adele knew that he was struggling, but she didn't know that in such a short few breaths, so many contents would be skipped in this gentleman's mind. She just kept smiling and didn't bother.

"Is that all?"

"That's all."

"Then this lady is really generous to me."

There was a bit of emotion in Duval's voice, his eyes fell on her body, and finally moved to her face, as if he didn't want to miss the slightest change in her expression, so he just stared at it.

Adele wasn't flustered when she was stared at like this, she smiled and said slowly with a little joy as if the prank had succeeded.

"Yes, but I know that this lady is not so tolerant to everyone." She smiled briefly, covered the corners of her raised lips with a handkerchief, and her smiling eyes fell back to him. body.

"After all, only people who are very good-looking in her eyes can enjoy such privileges... For an outstanding gentleman, it must be difficult for someone to truly 'punish' him coldly."

Adele's pointed words were captured by Mr. Duval, but he couldn't help feeling a little helpless in his heart.

He just couldn't help thinking that this young lady always has a different look whether she is smiling lightly or sternly, and every smile seems to touch him. This fresh and beautiful youth is so beautiful that he can hardly see it. Dare to look directly, he always has a feeling that he will be defeated——

Even in the political arena, he has never felt so uneasy in the face of his cunning, despicable, unscrupulous political opponents, or his stupid allies.

But he couldn't continue to be in a daze.

So Duval quickly replied with a smile:

"Then I have to thank this young lady for her generosity and kindness..."

He smiled and held out his hand to her, and she put it on his hand very naturally.

"I assure you that I will be the first to ask you to dance at the Easter ball."

The previous hesitation and "worries" were quickly left behind by him, as if those emotions were so inappropriate, so he subconsciously wanted to erase them from his mind and from his heart as soon as they existed. somewhere to kick it out as fast as possible, and he did.

As a result, he quickly felt that he had regained a comfortable and good mood, and he no longer had to worry about gains and losses or be anxious and uneasy like himself.

As for the consequences of this, Mr. Duval didn't think about it at all at this time, or he didn't think about the result subconsciously, but just kept a good mood and immersed himself in the good atmosphere of the moment.

After hearing his answer, the beautiful lady in front of him immediately showed a very bright and happy smile, which made him feel better involuntarily.

What a pleasant morning it was, with pleasant scenery and fragrance, which made him happy and relaxed.

Duval felt that Bailu Manor was indeed a famous manor in Paris, and indeed it had the most amazing scenery. It was relaxing and pleasant.

"I'm so glad you can say that." Adele's hand was still held in his, and he pulled her over a small hurdle.

When the two walked for the second time, they changed to another path that was not easy to walk. This path was not as easy as the first one. Adele was not so delicate at all, but if a gentleman is very Properly wanting to help her walk here because she was worried about her caring for her, then she would definitely not refuse such a kind offer, let alone miss this opportunity to hold hands.

Walking through here, the two people let go of their hands naturally, but the atmosphere is still very harmonious. Even if the two of them don't say a word, it won't make people feel awkward, feel too quiet, and feel that the air is stagnant and suffocating.

Mr. Duval was fascinated, maybe such a popular lady, there will be many gentlemen who will invite her to dance the first dance, and she may not choose him among the many choices. Middle-aged guy.

Although he thought that he was not old enough to be disgusting, compared to those young people, he also knew that he seemed to lack a little vitality, but if he had to say it, he could tell a lot about himself in detail. The advantages--

For example, his income is stable and his job is stable. His children are grown up and he doesn’t need to worry about it anymore. He has already arranged the property distribution of his deceased wife, and his own income is all given to his son and daughter. He is also confident in this situation. The rest of him will only earn several times the property he earned in his previous life in his increasingly high political career to leave to his wife and future...

Duval's thoughts froze for a bit, and he immediately diverted his thoughts almost in embarrassment, so as not to fall into this despicable series of reveries.

After all, if it's dancing, young girls should still prefer young guys... right?

Duvall couldn't tell what his mood was, but he had persuaded himself that if he was refused an invitation to dance, he had to deal with it gracefully and naturally.

He is no longer the age to dance happily on the dance floor, as he did most of the time before, he should be like many middle-aged gentlemen, in the card room or other entertainment places, with other guys of similar age Discussing political affairs or literature, or occasionally talking about fashion in fashion, but he doesn't like to gossip, and he doesn't like to directly express his opinions with strangers in public, so most of the time he can be quiet listening.

At that time, he could smoke some cigars or drink some wine, as he did in the past, he didn't need to have a few whores around like other men, he had good self-management skills, and was a The performance is not bad, but in fact there is no such a devout believer.

Although many people misunderstand him as the kind of deeply religious believer because of his seemingly ascetic behavior, but if it saves him a lot of trouble, he doesn't mind being understood that way occasionally.

In short, he was no longer fit to crowd the dance floor with young people, laughing and looking for the next suitable partner, and then happily danced the whole ball for hours and hours without stopping.

Then, in the smell of red wine and the smell of many different kinds of powder, laughing and talking about dirty jokes or other content, and finally said goodbye to the ladies of each family, and harvested their nostalgic and amorous feelings Eyes and smiles.

"It doesn't quite fit."

Mr. Duval went over in his head and decided that he was not like this.

He didn't know why he suddenly thought of this, maybe Miss Adele mentioned the Easter ball, so that he suddenly opened some memory boxes in him.

And the atmosphere at this time is so good, relaxed and comfortable, even the air seems to be written with ease and freedom. In this kind of beauty, he unconsciously thinks more when he relaxes.

"It's almost time." He smiled and looked at Adele, "Maybe we should go back."

"Of course." Adele also felt that it was almost time, and everyone should know that she had been strolling with him in the garden for a long time.

She didn't want to spread rumors in this regard, or even if the servants in the manor could keep their mouths shut, she didn't want to be caught saying something that shouldn't be said without any shadow.

"Maybe you would like to tell me, do you have any favorite food?" Adele walked back together with him, and the exit was only a few steps away.

Jenny was already waiting for her there. After seeing the two people walking together one after the other, Jenny obviously looked more flustered. She is not a person who is good at hiding herself. She began to learn more esoteric ways of the world, but it is obvious that she will not be able to learn it in a few days and months. It is not easy for her to hold her face tightly, but for those who are good at observing, the little worry on her face Feelings of anxiety, panic, and guilty conscience are obvious.

This careless little girl obviously also realized her mistake, she forgot to tell Adele about Mr. When it came to the outsider, and the two of them had been alone for an unknown amount of time, at least Jenny couldn't grasp this point.

In terms of seniority, this is not a problem, but this gentleman's wife has passed away for many years, and the Duval House has not had a mistress for a long time. Although there is no news that he will remarry, it is not so legitimate.

But Adele is in a very good mood today, and everything is going smoothly beyond ordinary, so she can guarantee that she will not care too much about Jenny, and she is not such a strict princess.

"Hmm...maybe seafood?"

If it was someone else, maybe Duval would not answer bluntly. He would choose a more ambiguous answer, such as "whatever you want" or "I have heard about the delicious food at the house for a long time, please don't be too polite." , but when Adele asked with a smile, he didn't want to answer politely with such a cute little girl.

"Also, a little picky." He replied with a smile, testing whether his answer was appropriate from the change in her expression, "I have tried many different raw seafood, and the kind that is eaten with sea salt and lemon is absolutely delicious. It's the tastiest... oysters, fillets, or whatever..."

"Ah, is that so?" Adele smiled, "Coincidentally, I also really like eating seafood like this."

Adele didn't forget that she hadn't picked a new seafood supplier that suited her taste, but she seemed a little happier when she found out that she had the same hobbies as the other party, especially since the other party had actively told her about it.

"If today is not the time when the businessman supplies the goods, I will definitely invite you to taste the most authentic rose oysters."

While Mr. Duval was smiling, Adele pursed her lips and proposed to him:

"Maybe next time you come over, you will be able to taste it. I want to hold a dinner party. Will you come?"

"If I'm free then." Mr. Duval didn't fall for it this time, he answered with a compromise instead of an immediate response, "I welcome your post very much, and so does Morgana."

"Okay, I won't forget." Adele nodded, winked at him slyly, then pulled Jenny to salute and left.

Mr. Duval watched her leave with a smile on his face, and then resumed his usual social smile when his eyes fell on the waiter who was waiting to guide him not far away.

"Is Mr. Duke up already? I hope I didn't disturb him."

"Of course, I kept you waiting, please go this way."

The three of them had a very relaxing lunch together. At this time, Adele had already changed into a more complicated formal dress and combed her hair again. Flower arrangements made from picked flowers.

Although there is no fresh seafood, the chefs in the Duke's Mansion are of a good level, and the food they make has been reviewed and improved by Adele. The taste is naturally good, and he has received a lot of compliments. He did not hesitate to give the credit to Adele, and expressed his welcome to Mr. Duval.

Taking this opportunity, Adele finally learned about the attitude of Mr. Duke towards this popular man in everyone's mouth.

From the news of his transfer and promotion, he has always been the most sought-after and most concerned person in Paris. Newcomers to some relationships will be curious——

Even if an officer from other places comes over, it will arouse the curiosity of the ladies.

Not to mention the fact that such a powerful family leader came, he directly brought his children to settle in Paris, which can already explain the problem.

Mr. Duke's attitude towards him was more polite than Adele imagined.

How should I put it, because of his age, wealth, and status, most of the time, most people are more polite when facing the Duke's father, and it is quite normal for him to show a bit of arrogance because of this.

After all, there are countless people who want to have some relationship with him all day long, in order to seek various guarantees, obtain money investment, relationship referrals and other benefits. Even if they are walking on the road, they may be stopped by acquaintances. For a while.

Under such circumstances, his attitude towards those who are close to him and ordinary people is also more obvious.

It was precisely because Adele knew this that she felt a little surprised——

The Duke's attitude towards Mr. Duval is not like that of a colleague. After all, Duval is much younger than him, and he can't lose that face and treat him as his peer.

But at the same time, it’s not like treating juniors. If it’s Earl Garcia, the Duke’s attitude will look more affectionate, and at the same time, his words will also carry some of the tone of the elders, and he may unconsciously preach. This is a common problem for people of his age.

Right now, it looks more like a kind of polite and more intimate enthusiasm.

Maybe it's because in his heart, Mr. Duval is a more important person who needs to be treated with more caution and attention, that's why he is like this now.

But it was also something she hadn't expected.

She looked at the Duke's father, then at Mr. Duval, and when the latter noticed that he was smiling, he smiled back politely, and then lowered his head to eat again.

It takes more than three hours for a lunch, and most of the day has passed.

Of course, it is not allowed to leave the meeting early during the period. Adele also patiently put her energy on the food, while the other half listened to their conversation and observed the two of them in their free time. Then eat.

Although it feels like a long time, in a leisurely and slow-paced life, the passage of time also becomes blurred, as if these few hours are not so long and difficult.

"...Yes, of course, I will."

Duval accepted the duke's invitation again, and did not refuse his invitation to play at the club.

It was almost time, and he took his leave and left. The Duke offered to see him off, so Adele saluted and said goodbye very naturally, and finally she could leave the table and go back to the room.

Back in the room, Jenny has been waiting for a long time.

This small mistake was not known to Mrs. Lude, but Mary, who knew about it, still scolded Jenny angrily. She had already restrained herself very much and promised not to talk too much.

"Miss, I'm sorry."

Jenny apologized very sincerely.

Even if Adele said that this was the first time Jenny made a mistake, she could totally forgive her and she didn't need to pay more attention to it. Jenny still insisted on withholding half of her monthly salary and afternoon tea for one or two months.

Adele thought about it, but still didn't refuse.

Within a few days, Adele received an invitation letter from Miss Sophie Barry.

The other party sent her a post, inviting her to go shopping on the street together, and then go to the Paris Opera House to watch a play, together with Miss Morgane Duval.

Adele didn't want to go at first, although she was very moved and knew that she really needed a few unmarried friends of the same age as female companions to make friends with, but she also had some concerns about Miss Sophie Barry—

Not because of her sister-in-law of Mrs. Barry, the mistress of the king, who had ruined the reputation of two families, but mainly because of Mrs. Castellana's vague attitude.

But soon, Adele made a decision.

"Okay, Morgana is going too..."

"Jenny, make me a cup of tea, I'll go to the study to write a reply."

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