CHAPTER 313: CHAPTER 313: [KINGDOM CLUB]

Lunch was arranged in the middle of the Kingdom Art Academy’s lake.

This lake is a unique landscape of the Kingdom Art Academy, and it has gained some fame in the Royal Capital, having been featured in many artists’ works.

There is a small island in the middle of the lake, with a standalone building that is usually unoccupied, reserved for the most important guests.

Obviously, Ainebez is now the most important guest.

"So you’ve been staying here all this time?"

The dining table was set on the terrace on the second floor, offering a wonderful view of the entire lake.

The weather was fairly nice today, the sun wasn’t too strong, and it wasn’t very hot. Thanks to the lake, there was a cool, misty breeze.

"Yes, I have a good relationship with Sir Shaunali, who allowed me to stay here. I don’t want to deal with the turmoil outside."

Ainebez had apparently freshened up, looking somewhat restored to her former glory, though not overly refined.

She sipped on juice made from red berries, the bright red liquid dripping from her lips, looking somewhat enticing.

"So why did you come out today?"

"Because I heard from Sir Shaunali that someone intended to trouble Professor Hughes."

In truth, Ainebez’s guards had discovered Ethan’s whereabouts and reported to her.

Of course, if she had known precisely about Johnny’s actions, she would have intervened as well.

"Thank you."

Ethan lifted the drink on the table as a substitute for alcohol.

Ainebez shook her head, then asked, "Why don’t you leave?"

"As you can see, my teacher is here, my friends are here, and things aren’t over yet, so I can’t leave."

"You..."

Ainebez seemed to want to say more, but in the end, she shook her head, picked up a piece of perfectly toasted bread from the table, and began chewing it defiantly.

Ethan was hungry too, so he also took a piece and ate.

After finishing a piece of bread, Ainebez asked again, "I heard you’re preparing to make a film recently?"

It wasn’t mere hearsay; in fact, Ainebez collected newspapers about Ethan daily.

"Yes, is Your Highness interested in films too?"

Ethan thought of a part of his promotional plan.

If Ainebez could join, it would be the greatest support.

"It’s okay, tell me about the story."

Ainebez seemed somewhat distracted.

Following the script, Ethan narrated the godfather-style story that intertwined with the Bolita Clan’s history.

Ainebez gradually became engrossed, listening attentively.

"Will you act in it?"

At the end, Ainebez suddenly asked.

"Well... maybe I will."

Ethan understood her implication.

"Does Your Highness want to act?"

Ainebez bit her lip and said, "I need to think about it."

For the remaining time, the two of them enjoyed the view of the lake, sipping tea, and didn’t talk much.

When the tea was finished, Ethan was about to leave.

As he left, Ainebez finally spoke again, "Are you... really going to follow my second brother?"

Ethan turned back, "What?"

"My second brother... wants so many things, following him is very dangerous, can you..."

At this point, Ainebez stopped again and didn’t continue.

Ethan could only nod to her and left.

As the boat slowly pulled away from the island, Ethan looked at the building on the island and faintly felt a pair of eyes watching him.

Ainebez, she seems to still side more with the Eldest Prince.

By now, it was afternoon, and Ethan didn’t linger since he had already met with Hughes and said what he needed to.

He advised Hughes to temporarily leave the Royal Capital to rest or lay low. Staying in the Royal Capital at this time, even with Ethan around, was precarious. There was no telling if someone like Johnny, a mad dog, would choose an unpredictable time to attack again.

Of course, Johnny probably wouldn’t dare anymore.

Hughes was still hesitant.

Mostly because he couldn’t leave Marcel behind.

"Let’s go to the Kingdom Club first."

After getting in the car, Ethan said to Anya.

The Kingdom Club was located in the Central District, being the oldest and most aristocratic club in the Kingdom, as its name suggests.

It was once a gathering place for the founding nobles of the Kingdom, later evolving into a private club, with almost no commoners among its members, only nobles and royal family members.

Originally, Ethan wasn’t qualified to enter this club, but the Second Prince appreciated him a lot, especially after that meeting, gifting him many things.

Among them was a membership card to this ancient and noble club.

Anya already had the map of the Royal Capital memorized, so she reached the club in the shortest possible time.

It was afternoon and there weren’t many people in the club, mostly having afternoon tea.

It was Ethan’s first time there, so someone accompanied him as a guide.

He didn’t go elsewhere and had people take him to the stables.

As the Kingdom’s oldest and most aristocratic club, the Kingdom Club had things ordinary clubs couldn’t compare to.

For example, in the Kingdom’s most expensive areas, it had carved out an outdoor riding arena for horseback riding and polo.

Ethan wasn’t good at horseback riding, let alone polo.

So he just rode for a bit before heading back to the changing room.

Then he went to a separate smoking room nearby.

The smoking room was empty. He lit a cigarette and placed it on the ashtray to burn.

After a while, someone came in, and this person was none other than Count Jiakade, a familiar face to Ethan.

Upon seeing Ethan, Count Jiakade exclaimed loudly, "Oh, look who it is! What misfortune, how do I keep running into you wherever I go? Ethan, how did you manage to sneak in?"

"I was invited by Prince Adrian, are you going to check my card?"

Ethan responded provocatively.

"Really? Then show me!"

Count Jiakade pushed aggressively.

However, the reality was that he approached Ethan and whispered quickly, "Do we really need to meet in such a foolish way? I hate it."

"I’m sorry, Kaster, but now you have to listen to me. Whatever I tell you to do, you do. Besides, haven’t I given you some degree of freedom? How does it feel to be a Count?"

"Honestly, not bad, it reminds me of the distant past." A strange smile appeared on Count Jiakade’s pale face.

"Back to business, I need you to help me pick someone up and take him to the South District. This person is currently hiding in..."

"Just tell him your teacher sent you."