Hearing Mirai's thoughts, Xiu Ke felt that if it had been half a month ago, he would have immediately rebuked Mirai for being naive and mischievous. Yet from the look in his eyes now, Xiu Ke realized just how distant he was from his child—and how strange that was.
When facing one's own child, what could be sadder than a father's sense of unfamiliarity?
The baron hesitated only slightly before nodding. "Yes, perhaps this is the last thing I can do for you as your father. Because you are like your mother—always so surprising at times..."
Thank you, Father. I think I should earn the honor of the Newman Family!
Jack's leg injury had yet to heal, so Bill would have to accompany Xiu Yin to the mine this time.
On this short trip, Xiu Yin was no longer pretending to get carsick and vomit in the carriage because he was actually motion sick, but to keep Jack from growing suspicious.
Not long after they arrived at the mine, Field, Moon Song's representative, arrived as well. Beside him was a familiar figure—Cassius, who always seemed to wear a round hat.
This was hardly surprising because of a small decision. Cassius had become Moon Song's guide at Xinglei Castle. Yet Mirai worried about Cassius's future position in Xinglei Castle. After all, Moon Song's rapid growth would only draw the vigilance of Lord Hyde Shafei. If Moon Song one day turned against Xinglei Castle, Mirai did not know how he would face his childhood friend.
"Young Master Mirai, we meet again!"
Field still wore that fawning smile. In truth, Hugh did not dislike such a smile. For the past few months, he had worn that expression every day while running from one new company to another for interviews.
"Mr. Field, let us