The Cruelty of Humanity
Duke Tar's smile faded a little, and his frivolous expression grew serious. His gaze lingered on Madam Butterfly's face for a moment before he said, "Madam Butterfly, you're very well-informed."
The beautiful woman closed her small folding fan and rested its tip against her chin. "The New Wheel Cult's influence may be a little greater than you imagine, Mr. Duke. Although our people haven't come to District 011, we can still learn what's happening here from other sub-districts. Rongxin Group comes up rather often."
"I thought about it, and rather than communicate through an intermediary, it would be better to come in person. Without a middleman, it'll be easier for us to talk."
Duke Tar considered this for a moment before replying, "Let me ask the people under me about it."
Madam Butterfly smiled and nodded, then changed the subject.
They continued chatting in the garden, getting along well. Neither side was in a hurry to seal the deal.
Dinner time soon arrived. There was both meat and vegetables on the table. Although both guests said they were vegetarian, Xu Huo hadn't catered entirely to their tastes.
Duke Tar seemed a little displeased, but Madam Butterfly was quite interested in the dishes he'd prepared and struck up a conversation with him twice.
"If you're interested, Madam, I can write down the recipes for you," Xu Huo said directly.
Dinner was peaceful after that.
After the meal, the two guests were staying at the Ancient Castle. Since there was nothing planned before bedtime, Xu Huo suggested taking them to see the spiders kept in the Annex behind the castle. He had already obtained Mr. Dong's permission.
Duke Tar wasn't very interested, but he went along for Madam Butterfly, who was eager to see them.
Madam Butterfly had