Butler Baird used his connections with the city government to have them contact Milan, and Milan sent a letter inviting them to a banquet.
"Mr. Eugene, we have received a letter from the Milan City Government. Please take a look."
Baird handed the letter to Eugene who was reading a newspaper in the study. Eugene opened the letter, spread it on the table and read it quickly.
"Oh, this is good news for the expansion of the electric light business."
Eugene said with a smile on his face.
Herman leaned against the door of Eugene's study holding a cup of coffee and raised the cup in his hand.
"Good day, any good news so early in the morning? Share it with me?"
"Ha, my dear brother, you came just in time. Even if you hadn't come I would have gone to you to share this matter."
Eugene waved the letter in his hand and said happily.
"No, no, no, don't say it yet. It's a good time to use your brain so early in the morning. Let me guess."
Herman said.
"Just try. I'm sure you won't be able to guess it."
Eugene smiled and handed the letter to Veronica who was standing beside him, and said softly,
"Go pack it up. This letter is dated recently. We'll leave at noon today."
Veronica nodded silently and exited the room.
Before going out, Veronica glanced at Baird who was standing straight.
"Temporarily transferring the Einstar family? This is doubtful."
Veronica thought to herself.
"It must be information from the city government about the electric light business that makes you so happy."
Herman said confidently.
“My genius brother, you are worthy of me.
But you're only half right."
Eugene said.
"Oh, it's a letter from the provinces?"
Hermann asked.
"Yeah, Milan.
If we want to catch this banquet, it would be perfect for us to leave at noon today.
By the way, you can take your wife and little Albert out for a walk.
Since you came to Munihei, you haven't had a good time outside, have you?"
Eugene reminded kindly.
"You're right. It seems that I was too focused on the business side and neglected Kirk and the baby's feelings."
Herman frowned and reflected on his behavior.
“But don’t blame yourself too much.
Kirk has been practicing piano every day recently and has been under a lot of pressure. Going out for a walk is a good way for him to relax.
I don’t know much about music, but I know that even the best technique requires the right state of mind to play a beautiful piece of music.”
Eugene stretched himself, took a tobacco box from the table, pinched a little with his fingertips and put it in his pipe.
"Morning, wonderful morning. I really hope this peaceful day can last forever."
Eugene said worriedly.
Recently, there have been occasional sounds of gunfire and people crying and screaming on the streets.
These insignificant signs seem to reveal the haze hidden beneath the current peace.
Eugene never worried about the security in Munich, but the friction between countries in recent years has led to an unstable situation.
Peace seems to have become a precious luxury.
Hermann understood Eugene's worries and he could understand what Eugene was worried about.
With a large family and a powerful business, he naturally stands out and is easily noticed by various forces. However, compared with worldly troubles, Hermann is more worried that those unspeakable horrors will appear around him again.
People are always forgetful, but they can never forget some memories that are deeply rooted in their souls.
Hermann still clearly remembered the rats and vermin fleeing in the streets, the man-eating vortex in the sky, and the devastated city of Umr.
Both men felt a little melancholy and were worried about the future.
"Why don't we go to church after we come back this time?" Eugene spoke first.
Their family was not particularly devout, but the troubles in their hearts still confused them.
"Well, okay. Let's enjoy this journey, take a good look at the scenery along the way and taste the local food." Hermann said earnestly.
Led by Veronica, the servants quickly packed some light clothing and items that might be needed on the journey.
After Veronica prepared all this, she knocked on the study door.
Two men were smoking in the study. Veronica smiled and walked into the study.
"Gentlemen, everything that needs to be packed has been prepared."
"Excuse me, you and Baird should stay at home this time. We can go out alone."
Herman said.
"Yes, you should just rest at home for a few days.
We will resume work when we return from Milan."
Eugene suggested.
At this time, the butler Baird spoke up and said,
"Mr. Eugene, I have an unwelcome request, and I hope you can approve it."
"Oh, tell me about it."
Eugene said, resting his chin on his hand.
“I received an invitation from my relatives in Berlin a few days ago, hoping that I could attend a backup full-moon ceremony, which is happening in the next few days.
I wonder if Mr. Eugene would approve of my leaving for the time being while you are away?"
Baird bowed and asked politely.
“Oh, of course.
Baird, my old friend, if you are not there for a few days, I believe Veronica can still tidy up the house. "
Eugene seemed unfazed by Baird's request; it was not an unreasonable request.
Baird had worked in Eugene's family for many years, but rarely took the initiative to ask for leave. Moreover, Eugene already trusted Baird very much and agreed to this matter without thinking.
Veronica's heart skipped a beat when she heard this.
“The old fox was also transferring away from the Einsta family, and he found an excuse to leave Munihei.
Is it possible that something serious is going to happen?"
Veronica maintained her expression calm and nodded slowly.
"Then Miss Veronica will have to work hard."
Baird looked at Veronica, who was holding on, with deep meaning.
Afterwards, Baird prepared a carriage for the Einstar family and told the driver,
"We are going south this time, so please drive as slowly as possible. Young Master Albert is still young and cannot withstand the bumps."
The driver agreed and added a soft cushion on the back seat of the carriage.
After a quick brunch, Albert and his family set off for Milan.
Kirk got on the carriage reluctantly, muttering,
"Wouldn't it be good for me to stay at home with Albert to practice the piano? Why did you insist on asking me to come out with you to discuss business?"
Eugene took out a candy with a smile and put it in his mouth.
"Life is like this piece of milk candy in my mouth.
Occasionally, some adjustment is needed to taste the sweetness of milk candy.
If you keep milk candy in your mouth all day, you will get tired of it.
Oh, and of course women too."
Kirk rolled his eyes after hearing this, and said with his hands on his hips,
"You mean to say that Hermann will get tired of me sooner or later?"
Eugene waved his hand quickly.
"No, no, no, that's not what I meant."
Then he took out a few candies from his pocket and distributed them to everyone in the car, even the driver received one.
Hermann tasted the sweetness of the milk candy and said thoughtfully,
"Brother Eugene, what do you think of Veronica?"
This question made Eugene feel awkward.
"Well, that's a good question. Veronica is a very capable woman who can manage a household.
Whether in terms of daily life or life style, I feel that the quality of our life has improved a lot since she came to our home."
It was obvious that Eugene's answer was beating around the bush and avoiding the deeper meaning of Hermann's question.
Herman spread his hands after hearing this.
“She and Baird complement each other very well and have been a real positive influence in our family.
But do you think I'm asking about Veronica's job? That's what everyone can see."
Eugene fell into silence for a short while, the sound of horse hooves echoing in his ears.
Eugene sighed.
“After all, I still don’t want to get married.
What's more, how can you marry your personal maid?"
Kirk twisted Herman's shoulder after hearing this.
"Don't make trouble. How do you know what Veronica thinks
Don't assume that Veronica will fall in love with Brother Eugene. If Brother Eugene falls in love with him first, wouldn't that be a joke?"
Einstar, who was sitting obediently in Kirk's arms, seemed to understand what everyone was talking about and started to chuckle.
Dancing and shouting, "Kaka! Kaka!"
The scenery along the way changed slowly from a densely populated city to a suburb covered with mountains and fields.
On the lush green grassland, waves of grass were rustled by the breeze.
The sunlight shines on the grass waves, reflecting bright white light.
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"Ding-ling-ling."
"Oh, here it comes."
A woman's voice came from the house. Evelya took Elphis' arm and stood quietly beside him.
The door creaked open and a fat old woman opened it.
"Oh, I guess you two are our master's new neighbors, Mr. Elphis and Miss Evelya."
The old woman said enthusiastically.
Elphis bowed slightly, took off his tall hat and saluted.
"Yes, that's me."
"Come in, come in. The master is in the basement now, fiddling with something mysteriously. It will be fine when he comes out in a while."
The old woman said with a bright smile on her face.
"Then we can just wait quietly in the side hall."
Elphis stroked his beard and said, winking at Evelya.
Evelya took out some gold marks from her small bag and handed them to the old woman who received them.
The old woman smiled and said, "How can this be so embarrassing?", but she quickly stuffed the gold mark into her pocket.
"Please wait for a moment, my two distinguished guests. I will prepare some delicious refreshments for you and then go call the master out."
Receiving the extra gold marks obviously made the status of Elphis and the other person more noble. A few small marks could save them a lot of waiting time. It was a good deal.
The old woman took some freshly baked muffins and a pot of hot tea from the kitchen, with some sliced lemons, sugar cubes and milk on the side.
"Hey, this is the master's favorite Earl Grey tea. Enjoy it, both of you."
After the old woman placed the tea on the table, she left the side hall, went to the basement door, rang the bell, and called softly,
"Sir, a guest has arrived."
A voice came from inside, "Damn it, didn't I tell you to reject it?"
"Since they are here, please come out and meet them."
The old woman said with a smile on her face.
After a brief silence, the basement door was opened by the man inside.
There were some unknown bottles and jars in the dim basement, and some animal organs and tissues were soaked in Malflin's jars.
But the man who came out was wearing an elegant suit, and you couldn't tell at all that he was a mad scientist.
"I can't avoid it, I still have to meet you."
He muttered to himself and gently closed the basement door and locked it with the key.
The man emerged from the shadows of the basement. He was the director of the Munich Concert Hall, Frederick.
He walked up the stairs, straightened his suit, took a bottle of perfume from the old woman, and sprayed it on himself a few times.
Apparently, this wasn't the first time the old woman had done this.
Frederick forced a smile on his face, stood in front of the door of the side hall, took a deep breath, and slowly pushed the door open.
"Oh, Frederick is very happy to hear that two new neighbors are coming to visit."
Frederick maintained a stiff smile on his face and greeted the two people in the side hall.
After hearing this, Elphis stood up calmly, stretched out his right hand and said,
"I have just moved in a few days ago and it is my fault for coming to visit so late. I hope Mr. Frederick will forgive me."
Frederick stepped forward and held Elphis's outstretched right hand. At this time, Frederick's palms were full of cold sweat, and Elphis's big hand held Frederick's hand like an iron clamp.
The stinging pain in his hand reminded Frederick of the disparity in strength between the two of them, but fortunately Elphis only gave a warning grip and then let go, otherwise Frederick might have five red marks on his hand.
"Let me introduce you. This is Miss Evelia. She is currently living with me."
Elphis smiled politely and extended his hand to introduce Frederick.
"Nice to meet you. You are a beautiful lady, and your charm is enough to make everyone fall in love with you.
Mr. Elphis and you are a perfect match, a beautiful woman and a talented man, a match made in heaven."
Frederick said flatteringly.
Evelya did not expect that Frederick would be so shameless as to flatter her for no reason, but for Evelya who was in love, these words made her very happy, so she blushed and smiled in response.
"People say we are a match made in heaven, Elphis."
Evelya thought to herself.
At this time, Elphis said to Evelya,
"By the way, have you brought our gifts? I left them on the table."
Evelya did not expect that Elphis had prepared a gift, and shook her head.
"I was in such a hurry to go out. I didn't bring it."
"Then go back and get it."
Elphis said, looking into Evelia's eyes.
There were stars shining in her eyes. Evelya stood up like a puppet and went back to look for the gift that didn't exist at all.
When Evelia walked out of the side hall, Elphis looked at Frederick and smiled.
"Let's get out of the way. It's time to talk about business, Mr. Frederick."