The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 20

Cherry and I got into the car without much thought, moving mechanically

Ironically, the driver complete with a pair of white gloves seemed far more at ease. He was also friendly, chatting with us briefly and encouraging us to relax.

We had been on the main road for about an hour when the car turned onto a path concealed by verdant woods. “We’re almost at Beaumont now,” the driver announced.

We soon reached an entry point guarded by soldiers carrying actual guns.

One of them signaled the driver to stop, prompting him to show his documents.

Only after that were we allowed to proceed.

Cherry looked bewildered. “Are we… in some sort of military base?!”

I was just as shocked, but I managed to keep it to myself.

“Ah, the top approved this procedure, ma’am.

“Since the head of the Kenway family retired and now resides in Beaumont, every vehicle entering or leaving is strictly monitored.

“Family members only need to show their ID, but any guest or unaffiliated vehicle undergoes much more thorough scrutiny,” the driver explained.

I exchanged glances. So, that was why Charles had insisted on arranging transportation for us

was treated like a

know the Kenways well. My only close encounter had been with “Mr. S.

respect and

touched the handkerchief in my pocket–the one S. Kenway had left behind. I’d brought it specifically for this

car finally pulled into the confines of a stunning estate. A man was already waiting for

butler,” the driver informed us. “Please

driver as Cherry and I stepped out of

see you, Miss Taylor Jones!” Charles greeted me warmly.

be here,” I

me. Madame Lisbeth and the other ladies are already waiting,”

We followed him.

more than picturesque–it was exquisite.

with

grounds, and we passed a gorgeous gazebo that looked as comfortable

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luxury suite money could buy.

deeply rooted in classic aristocratic sensibilities, but it wasn’t a cheap imitation. Their lineage

had arrived–Charles ushered us into a