241 break the deadlock
On the empty street, a white-haired old man was holding a huge paper bag, which contained baguettes and parsley, as well as a large bottle of milk. She had obviously just returned from shopping in the supermarket. She walked leisurely and walked leisurely. As I walked by, the sound of trivial footsteps made the street quieter and more peaceful..
Two figures standing downstairs in the apartment, a man and a woman.
The man is tall and slender. He wears a black suit and a white shirt. With just a few strokes, he outlines his cool and elegant temperament. His eyebrows are like an unsheathed sword and his deep and distinct facial features are framed by a black frame. The glasses and stern expression add a touch of abstinence, which makes people look away..
The woman is petite, only reaching the man's chest. Her sky blue shirt and dark gray skirt look dignified and virtuous, but not too aggressive. On her feet, she unexpectedly wears a pair of black flat shoes, which lack the sharpness of high heels. But he became more and more approachable, with a gentle and warm smile on his face, like a spring breeze..
The woman turned her head and saw Renly who had stopped. She waved her hand gently, "Long time no see, Renly.".”
Renly took down the cigarette from his mouth, looked at the man next to him, and raised his eyebrows slightly. Matthew shrugged innocently and spread his hands to express his innocence..
The woman standing next to her still smiled elegantly, as if she had not seen the exchange of eyes between Renly and Matthew at all. She said warmly, "It has been raining in London for the past two days. The weather is not very good. It took a lot of effort to get out of here today." The sun shines brightly. I heard it will be sunny the day after tomorrow. It’s really been a long time. London in autumn is always nostalgic, isn’t it?？”
The elegant woman in front of her is called Elf-Hall, another sister of Renly and the eldest child in the family. She is one year older than Arthur and is twenty-eight years old this year..
Elf is a legend in the Hall family. She persisted in her dream and complied with the expectations of her family, becoming a surgeon. Although in the eyes of her elders she was still "out there", although in the upper class she was still "not in the spotlight". Too suitable for marriage", but at least the surgeon's professional image has been sufficiently recognized..
What's more, compared to Edith and Renly, Elf has to be said to be a role model, in the eyes of George and Elizabeth.
However, if Renly was asked to evaluate Elf, he would say: This is another Elizabeth Hall.
“The filming of "Crazy in Love" crew has been going on for four days. If you include the day of his arrival, he has been in London for a full five days before Elf arrived belatedly. But what is more interesting is that George and There was no news at all from Elizabeth, and Arthur also disappeared, as if he had never returned to London at all..
Even after they met, Elf's demeanor once again overlapped with the appearance in Renly's memory, and it seemed that there was no change at all..
Proper advancement and retreat, gentleness and etiquette. The opening dialogue mentioned the weather, as if the two people had just met yesterday. There was no trace of unfamiliarity, nor did they deliberately mention sensitive topics such as actors and going home. Everything was just right, yet Renly couldn't refuse to respond..
“Edinburgh is so beautiful this season, you should go there for vacation." Renly responded with a smile, then walked over, put the cigarette into his mouth again, and then raised the cigarette box in his hand, El Fu looked down at the cigarette brand in Renly's hand, then shook her head..
This small gesture made Renly smile. Everything seemed so familiar. Maybe he had never left..
“Are you planning a holiday in Edinburgh? Elf said with a smile, "I thought you would want to stay in London. Edith will be back next week. You know, the busiest time every year.".”
London Fashion Week. As a top celebrity photographer, Edith is bound to be extremely busy. To be precise, the next month will be very busy..
Renly shrugged and had no intention of answering, but Elf didn't care, and continued, "How long will we stay in London this time? The time we have to meet is really too little. Let's have a good conversation at dinner another day. How about, How was your trip? Are you satisfied with everything?？”
Travel, as if he just took a long trip to New York, and it was not an extraordinary challenge to the actor's dream.
“Very good, everything is fine." Renly did not burst the bubble of this lie, "I went to New York to have a look, and then I stayed in Los Angeles for a while. At least, the weather is better than in London..”
“Of course, of course." Elf nodded slightly, her expression still gentle, as if she was undergoing a precise surgical operation. She had to keep her emotions stable without too many fluctuations. "What did you see after returning to London? Any drama worth recommending? You always have a unique eye for drama, and London’s West End seems to be buzzing again.”
Faced with such a question, Renly almost laughed out loud, but his internal strength over the years allowed him to hold back, "No, I haven't had the chance to go to the West End yet. I don't know if Matthew told you, I'm busy at work recently.”
“Oh, work." Elf raised her chin. The white and elegant neck line was like a swan, without any flaws. "Yes, Matthew mentioned it to me." Matthew and Renly exchanged glances. Both of them had a sarcastic smile in their eyes, "However, I just boldly purchased something from Sona Chai Yin Antique Shop, a terracotta cow made in the fifth century AD. I am appreciating it. As for forgetting this detail.”
“You know, I'm too busy at work and I have almost no leisure activities now. I have to find something to relax and unwind. I used to be keen on reading, but now I find that reading doesn't seem to relieve my mood. I hope to Went to see some plays in London's West End but had no good choices. Are you sure you don't have any recommendations?？”
Elf's ordinary conversation, with her unique gentleness and tone, was slow and unhurried. The topic circled around Renly, then cleverly avoided it, and finally returned to herself. After talking, it turned out that there was nothing substantial..
This feeling is really long time gone.
“Sorry, I really don't have any recommendations." Renly's affirmative answer made Elf look understanding, but she was not disappointed. She just nodded lightly, "Actually, I have to go back to work now, other colleagues are here Wait for me. Do you want to take a look? My colleagues won't mind if you do.”
Renly knew Elf would refuse.
“No, that's too rude." Elf shook her head politely, "I have to go back to the hospital now, my lunch break is about to end, and I still have ward rounds in the afternoon." Elf raised her head. He looked into Renly's eyes and smiled, "Are you going to continue traveling next?"？”
“Yes." Renly replied in the affirmative with a smile..
“Well, I wish you a pleasant journey." Elf said politely, as if they were strangers they met in a social gathering. After saying that, she nodded, then turned and left..
Watching Elf leave, Matthew spread his hands and explained in a low voice with helplessness, "She forced me to do this. She called the office and I pretended not to be there, and then she sent a bouquet of flowers." When I arrived at the office, there was also an emotional greeting letter attached." Thinking of the content of the greeting letter, Matthew felt goosebumps on his back - he was scared, "and then she called again..”
Renly patted Matthew on the shoulder and smiled, "Go back to work quickly. Elf is still waiting for you to stop a taxi for him." A real lady will not stop a taxi by herself. She must A gentleman needs to take action.
Matthew rolled his eyes with a sad and angry expression that was incompatible with his cold temperament. Then he gave Renly a hug, turned around, and quickly caught up with Elf as she left..
Renly knew that Matthew had no way to refuse Elf, because Elf would not give Matthew any room to refuse. Even if Matthew continued to escape, Elf would still have a way to achieve her goal..
Elf's appearance today is actually to bring greetings on behalf of the Hall family, and on behalf of George and Elizabeth, to see with her own eyes Renly's current state. In comparison, Elf is the most suitable candidate..
The relationship between Renly and Elf can't be said to be close, but it can't be said to be enemies. Elf is a typical solitary person. Her relationship with everyone in the family is neither far nor close, neither particularly close nor particularly distant. She is skillful and sophisticated. He moves back and forth between various relationships, like an outsider, carefully maintaining this seemingly harmonious and united family that has long since fallen apart..
Even when George and Elizabeth came up with the idea of divorcing, it was Elf who mediated between the two - not because she was worried about her parents getting divorced, but because she was worried that the divorce would become a scandal in upper class society and then affect the entire family. reputation.
This is Elf.
Therefore, Elf's mission today is to appear, show up, and greet. She didn't mean it, "greeting" is her ultimate goal. After completing the mission, she will naturally retire with success. She will not get involved in this muddy water. She will not defend George and Elizabeth, nor will she think about Renly. As long as Renly does not go out of her way to damage the family's reputation, she will continue to stay out of it..
This is a step to break the deadlock, but it is also a step to maintain the status quo..
Renly believed that after Elf returned, he could at least be clean for a while, and they would not come to disturb him again..
He had expected such a situation, and even Elf's appearance and the content of the conversation did not exceed the expected range, but when it actually happened, he couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief. Perhaps, after he returned to London, he performed After all, his state was affected. He was not as calm and restrained as he imagined, nor was he as indifferent as he imagined..
Suddenly, Renly missed Edith and Arthur. At least they were full of life..
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