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.

glances. So, that was why Charles had insisted on arranging transportation

entire compound was treated like a matter of national security.

been with “Mr. S. Kenway,” who had appeared unexpectedly

however, made me both respect and fear the enigmatic

brought it specifically for this visit, hoping to return it to its

finally pulled into the confines of a stunning

the butler,” the driver informed us. “Please follow him.”

and I

to see you, Miss Taylor Jones!” Charles

be here,” I replied.

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

We followed him.

estate was more than picturesque–it was

with curated blooms arranged in geometric

clock tower loomed over the grounds, and we passed a gorgeous

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money

classic aristocratic sensibilities, but it wasn’t

minutes–just when it seemed we had arrived–Charles ushered us into