1272 tear off the mask
Beatrice put her hands behind her back and couldn't help but tiptoe slightly, secretly closing the distance between the two people..
You can vaguely smell a dry woody smell in the air, just like the oxygen in the forest in midsummer in July. The gurgling water, dense green trees, and golden sunlight are intertwined in it, blowing in your face in the gentle breeze, and you can't help but feel happy. Close your eyes and listen to the sounds of nature.
The goose-yellow lights in the garden fall softly, outlining the curve of the chin. You can vaguely see the curvature of the corners of the mouth and the raised Adam's apple, which is clean and refreshing; the gurgling and mellow voice comes from the ear, showing a scene similar to the stage. Explosive and yet gentle in performance.
The sound of heartbeat falls on the eardrums like this.
“Your- Grace. Your-Grace? "The low shout came over, and her ears started to itch slightly. Then Beatrice noticed the eyes falling on her, and her heartbeat suddenly stopped. After focusing, she saw Renly. Those bright eyes are as clear as the translucent sky.
“Ha." The curve of the corner of his mouth rose, and a warm smile slowly flowed in his eyes, "It seems that our conversation was too boring, and someone accidentally got distracted..”
Innocent teasing, Beatrice's cheeks were slightly hot, and she used a hearty and exaggerated laugh to cover up her embarrassment and panic, "Don't pay attention to me. I always like to be distracted. This is not a good habit. Obviously, I'm here again today. Sorry.”
After coming back to her senses, Beatrice noticed the subtle changes in the atmosphere..
George and Elizabeth stood beside Renly. They were neither too close nor too distant. Their positions were neither far nor close, but they highlighted the difference between family and friends. Both of them looked at them with gratified smiles. He looked at Renly as if this was the pride of his family, but the muscles on one side of his arms were slightly tense, revealing a hint of embarrassment and rawness..
They're all smart people, they're all insiders.
It is well known that the relationship between the Hall family is far from the harmony and closeness on the surface; but seeing it with one's own eyes revealed a faint sense of strangeness..
Between William's parents, Charles and Diana, they hated each other, which was a stronger emotion; but between the Halls and Renly, there was no emotion, not love, not hate, but pure Maintaining interests. There is a touch of coldness and harshness between the eyebrows..
Beatrice's vision dimmed slightly, and there was a sense of sadness and sadness deep in her heart..
“We just mentioned that you like drama very much? Previously, we made a special trip to the Almeida Theater to watch our performance. Unfortunately, we did not meet at that time. Will you attend this anniversary? "Renly asked gentlemanly as if he didn't notice Beatrice's scrutiny..
Beatrice felt a little warm in her heart.
She noticed that Renly did not deliberately avoid the previous misses, but took the initiative to bring them up. However, he did not expose the lady's shyness rudely and directly. Instead, he returned to the "Les Misérables" play, a small From a small entry point, you can see the care and consideration.
But Elizabeth, who was standing next to her, had a nervous look on her face, fearing that Renly would accidentally expose their masks. It wasn't until Renly finished speaking that Elizabeth's eyes relaxed. On the surface, there was no flaw; but upon closer inspection, , but you can always catch clues.
“Yes, of course I will attend." Beatrice said cheerfully. She didn't like those intrigues, but it didn't mean she wasn't good at it, it just didn't need it. "In fact, I really, really like your performance. Soon. When my father and I were chatting before, he mentioned that he regretted missing the previous performances. Apparently he was behind the curve now. He couldn’t even get a word in during family gatherings..”
Family gathering. This is the key word. Beatrice is hinting that during their family gathering, the evaluation of Renly is also positive..
Neither George nor Elizabeth, who were standing aside, missed the meaning of this sentence..
“Ha. I believe this is a polite thing to say, but thank you anyway." Renly smiled and nodded gently, "In fact, I think 'The Mysterious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' is a masterpiece. If you have the chance, be sure to go and watch it. .I spoke to Luke not too long ago and he's an amazing actor.”
“Have you watched that play too? I've seen it too! "Beatrice's whole expression was lifted up, but then she realized her gaffe and pursed her lips shyly, "Look, I'm always so rash. I think I'd better avoid talking as much as possible, This is the most correct choice.”
“Then you might like the atmosphere of the theater. We always welcome any sound, even boos and curses." Renly's witty and humorous reply sparked laughter again, and this time, even Kate couldn't help but chuckle. made a sound.
Standing next to her, Elizabeth's muscles were tense to the extreme. George was not much better either..
Every second after they met was torture, like a raging fire, torturing their nerves bit by bit, but they couldn't relax at all, for fear that the slightest negligence might lead to complete embarrassment.：
When will he blow through their masks? When will he bring up their former methods of opposition? When will he emphasize that none of his achievements have anything to do with the Hall family? When will he satirize the "Hamlet" he missed in the first place? When will he ridicule their stubbornness and conservatism? When would he laugh at their embarrassment? When will he detonate the bomb?？
All the questions and worries are like lead weights hanging on a spider thread, falling slowly, shaking and swinging, but never falling..
What makes it even more painful is that all the eyes in the entire garden are looking at them with a vague look. They are the three important guests of the royal family, Richard is the owner, and the center of attention. Renly... Almost no one in the audience could calm down, and their attention was directed towards.
The speculations and banter between the peripheral eyes are breaking down their armor bit by bit..
They used to turn a blind eye, they used to keep silent, they used to stay away; they are now hiding their ears, their current glory is unlimited, their current hypocrisy and arrogance. Everything seems to be displayed in public, that kind of Chi Guoguo's sense of shame completely overwhelmed them, almost suffocating them.
But, no.
Nothing. Calm and calm..
Renly didn't say a word, not even a look or a move, as if nothing happened..
Such calmness was like a loud slap in the face, hitting George and Elizabeth hard. The things they cared about, valued, and maintained were not worth mentioning in Renly's hands. ; And their anxiety, nervousness, and vigilance are more like a joke in front of Renly's calmness..
George became irritable.
Elizabeth could feel it, she picked up the glass, pretended to drink, glanced at George, and then whispered, "Look, you always do this every time Sebastian mentions drama, you like Shakespeare, but now you should also Learn to accept new things. Maybe you can find a new hobby.”
An excuse that concealed George's mood swings, and at the same time issued a warning. In addition, she quietly explained their previous attitude towards Renly. Killing three birds with one stone. In addition, she also called Renly by his middle name, secretly Represents an intimate identity within the family.
More importantly, Elizabeth did it very secretly, without raising her voice or taking the matter seriously. If others happened to hear it, that would be great; but if others did not hear it, she did not care..
It is this method that can achieve better results - because she knows that everyone present is a master of numbers and their ears are always alert..
Only then did George realize his impatience. He also smiled and said a few polite words to cover up his strangeness, but the impatience deep in his heart began to surge again..
The calmer Renly is, the more embarrassed they are; the calmer Renly is, the more ashamed they are.
Moreover, they cannot show it yet.
“Damn it." George cursed deep in his heart, and his fingertips couldn't help but curl up slightly. The muscles in his wrists that suddenly tightened and then relaxed revealed his true emotions..
……
At this moment, two figures stood on the balcony of the garden, looking at the biggest excitement tonight from a distance..
“Let me tell you, Renly is definitely not doing anything now. He just needs to appear here, which is the biggest torture for George and Elizabeth. Renly will not take the initiative..”
“I'm not disagreeing with you. I'm just saying that Renly won't care. He's not trying to humiliate George and Elizabeth, and if it hadn't been for repeated invitations from the London Theater Society, Renly wouldn't be attending tonight..”
“……I believe you. But George and Elizabeth will definitely think that this is all Renly's plan..”
“If Renly was really serious about his plan, their punishment wouldn't be so simple. What do you think? Lord Arthur.”
“……”Arthur Hall, who was solemnly named, couldn't help but shuddered, and suddenly became alert, "You said, when we stand here, can Renly see us? I always feel that Renly seemed to be throwing his way here just now. Out of sight.”
“God, no! Edith, who was standing next to her, also became nervous, and then mumbled and complained, "We are already standing so far away, Renly shouldn't be able to notice it. Jesus Christ, I just want to see the excitement, can't I?" Sneaking back to London, sneaking into dinner parties, and now sneaking around to spy？”
“I think it's good to observe in secret." Arthur calmed down and said with a smile, "Unfortunately, Elf is still unwilling to wade into muddy waters today..”
Edith shrugged and did not refute, "Renly may not know that we are here, but Matthew cannot possibly not know. Do you think Matthew will tell Renly?"？”
“Uh." Arthur was suddenly grabbed by the throat..
……
George raised his chin slightly, pretending to breathe fresh air, but he quietly looked around: Why hasn't Viscount Bioford appeared yet?？
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