[Comprehensive] The daily life of Miss Downton Fourth

Chapter 6 Follow-up to the first case

Master Crawley's birthday was definitely the most memorable day for the servants, not only because someone died, but because of Miss Cynthia.

The servants couldn't help but marvel at her aggressive appearance downstairs. Even Gwen, who had served Cynthia for a long time, said that this was the first time she saw Cynthia so angry.

She just stood there with the words "Untouchable" written from hair to toe, so that no one standing in front of her dared to argue.

You didn't see that Miss O'Brien, who is usually arrogant, dare not speak up, but now that Miss Cynthia is mentioned in front of her, she dare not answer.

After Carson and Mrs. Hughes learned the facts after that day, they punished Thomas and O'Brien. It was the greatest mercy not to choose to fire.Cora also knew a little of what O'Brien was doing, but considering she had served for so long, she hadn't made a big mistake and kept her.

It's just that they still can't get along like they used to. Who would like a servant who belittles his child behind his back?Listening to her words, it seems that Cynthia, even an earl's daughter, is not as good as a poor man. Is she blaming herself as a mother for not teaching her daughter well?

Not only was Cora unhappy, but Miss Cynthia, whom the servants called extremely dignified, had been depressed for several days. Dr. Watson sent her a letter after returning to London.

In his letter he wrote:

Dear Miss Cynthia, I think you must really want to know the follow-up of that poisoning case.It is with great regret that I inform you that the person who gave Maureen the drug was not caught.The clues collected by my friend Mr. Holmes pointed to a doctor, but he had disappeared by the time we arrived.

This rarely aroused Sherlock's curiosity. He checked the doctor's information and found that no one seemed to know anything about him except his name and address.

Oh, I forgot to say that we still have a different opinion on one point. He thinks Mrs. Villiers' suspicion still exists.Even if she is not the direct murderer, she is indeed the one who benefits in the end.

Such doubts are too much for a recently bereaved wife, but Holmes insists on visiting Mrs. Villiers.Fortunately, Mrs. Villiers is innocent, and I was right.She wasn't lying, she knew nothing about any of that.

Holmes admitted his mistake, but his views on love and marriage remained unchanged. He still felt that love would only affect his judgment.

Am I writing too much?I hope it didn't take too long to read this letter, and have a great day.

When Cynthia saw the letter for the first time, she realized that Watson was not the object of her previous correspondence.There are obvious differences in the handwriting of the two, and the words and sentences are also very different.

It can be seen that the person before him has a quick mind, likes puzzles, and is good at proving his own correctness from all aspects.With these characteristics, you can still see Watson's letter, and it is self-evident who the person who replied to the letter is.

"Sherlock Holmes."

Cynthia chanted this familiar name from the moment she saw them.Sherlock and Watson are no longer the protagonists in the book, they are real people living beside her.

Mr. Holmes does have astonishing powers of observation, and he has confirmed his identity before he speaks.But it is also true that he is not likable. After he knew that William was actually Cynthia, he obviously didn't want to reveal his identity.

There is also the suspicion of Mrs. Villiers. Some people may say that he is not letting go of any possibility in order to catch the real culprit.But none of this was enough to conceal that what he had done had indeed made the lady sad again.

These things let Cynthia see another side of Sherlock Holmes.He is no different from other men of this era who only respect women superficially.

This discovery made Cynthia a little disappointed. Perhaps the detectives described by Mr. Conan Doyle were too deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.Let Cynthia have high expectations for Holmes before meeting Holmes.

But Cynthia quickly adjusted her emotions, and she put away all the previous letters.Began to write to Watson in his own name, not frequently, and did not ask much about the case.She wanted to know more about medicine now. Watson expressed surprise that Cynthia was interested in medicine, but he still answered her some questions.

The sudden death put Downton Abbey in silence for some time, and Mary and Patrick's engagement was postponed.Mary didn't show anything about this, but Patrick was wholeheartedly preparing to marry Mary.When the two get along, it is not difficult to see who cares more about whom, Robert and Cora are quite satisfied.

The relationship is the most uncertain thing. After getting along with each other, Mary may gradually fall in love with Patrick.Didn't see how well she was taking Patrick's attentions now.

Instead of being happy that the two weren't engaged, Edith was even more depressed by those interactions.Love triangles are like this, there is always one person who is sad.

Fortunately, Patrick stayed in Downton for too long, and the engaged man and woman couldn't get along for too long, let alone the two who hadn't confirmed their relationship yet.

Before you know it, it's the end of March, and the annual London social season is about to begin.The London social season will last for four months, and these four months are the best seasons in London, where social activities of the upper class emerge in endlessly.

Of the Crawley family, only Mary and Edith have officially started socializing, and neither Hippel nor Cynthia is of age.

Cora had started preparing costumes and hats for the social season a long time ago, and they didn't have to worry about Mary's future.The most important thing now is to find a good husband for Edith, so Edith has become her most concerned daughter.

Clothes, hats, and gloves should be the most exquisite, and Cora tried to use these to give Edith a prom focus.Cynthia asked about the prices of those clothes in a idle manner, and couldn't help but be speechless after hearing it.

One of the evening dresses is from the now famous fashion designer Lucile, and the price of that evening dress was £80!

You must know that Cynthia's annual clothing cost is only a few tens of pounds, which is also the reason why she has not officially started socializing.

She couldn't help but be thankful for Robert that only two daughters have officially started socializing now. If there were four, Downton's income for the year would have to be included.

Think of the number of outfits a lady needs to attend countless dinner parties, flower shows, competitions during those four months.Once you wear the same tux to a dinner party, you'll be the laughingstock of London.

In the evening, Mrs. Grantham came to Downton for dinner. Before dinner, she looked at the clothes Cora had chosen for Edith.

"Are these the latest trends in London? I really don't understand the current trend."

Cora smiled and didn't say that this is the most popular dress in France now. If she mentioned her mother-in-law, she might have an unacceptable expression.

She will definitely say when the British are going to catch up with the fashion of the French. Are those short clothes worn by the British?

Seeing that Cora didn't want to answer the call, Sipper, the caring little padded jacket, took it by himself: "Yeah, I don't really understand it. Grandma, will you go to London with us?"

The old lady shook her head, "I won't go at the beginning, I don't want to tire myself too much. It is enough to participate in one or two of those activities. It seems that it is not difficult to accept the fact that I am old."

Cynthia said disapprovingly: "Why, your mentality is the youngest I've ever seen. Someone said that a woman's level of fun is directly proportional to her age. You are when you are funny, grandma."

After hearing this, the old lady couldn't help laughing.She pointed to Cynthia, "You have always been so glib."

"Oh, am I? I think it's the art of speaking."

Now everyone sitting here laughed, and Cynthia was indeed the joy of the family.Even the most difficult old ladies can laugh.

After this, the dinner went smoothly, and after dinner, Cynthia received a letter from London.

When she opened the envelope and saw the contents, she couldn't help showing a happy smile.

Robert put the wine glass back on the table, "Is it a letter from Dr. Watson? I haven't seen you so happy these days."

Cynthia shook her head, but she didn't seem to want to mention the content of the letter now.

"Of course not, we haven't been in frequent contact since the last incident."

It was rare for Mary to cast an approving look at Cynthia. It wasn't that she didn't look down on Mr. Holmes' career, but she just didn't want her sister to get hooked up with those dangerous things.

The words and words of others made Cynthia's joy of receiving the approval a little bit, and she folded the letter in her hand and put it away.I hope that when she mentions this letter to her family, they will also speak out like this, instead of silently objecting.

A family of six is ​​leaving, and it is conceivable that their luggage will not be short.Obviously this wouldn't be the case for the well-trained Mrs. Hughes, it seemed that it was time to leave Downton in a blink of an eye.

Cynthia stood on the road and looked back at the manor behind her. She had just returned here and was going to London soon.Whether they are there or not, Downton will always stand there like a guard.

Cora in the car waited for Cynthia for a while, and when she saw that she had no intention of getting in the car, she began to urge her.

"Let's go, Cynthia. We'll be back soon, and you don't have to miss Downton too much."

Cynthia supported the hat with one hand and looked up at the scenery of Downton, "I will always remember its appearance, in the days when I leave."

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