Chapter 219


    The entire Solitude was built on the water, and it could match with those floating structures during


    ancient times. The long corridors were hung with torches with dancing fires reflected off the calmke


    surface.


    It exuded a sense of elegance, ssicism, serenity, and depths. No wonder so many people loved this


    ce.


    The servers walked out and greeted them to a fanshaped wooden door made of bamboo, which had


    some writings on it.


    As they entered, they were greeted by a new world. In front of them was a long bamboo dining table,


    surrounded by pale white flowers that gave out a faint, pleasing scent.


    Directly opposite was the crystal-clearke they saw o n the outside. Theke was covered with reeds.


    When a gust of wind blew by, the reeds would sway with the wind.


    Those teachers were seated, and they all eximed with wonder over the beautiful sight.


    Summer was immersed in the beautiful scenery, too. Just then, door opened, and servers started to


    serve


    the meal.


    Almost every dish was light milky white, without too strong seasoning. They were light and fresh at first


    nce, cooked in such a way to bring out the food’s natural taste.


    "Don''t serve food first. Otherwise, the food would have turned cold by the time Mr. Valentine arrives,"


    Amy said to Summer.


    "Please excuse me." Summer got to her feet, going away to make a phone call.


    "When will you be arriving? We are here. Umm, the food is being served right now," she said into the


    phone.


    "I will be there in just a while," Mark said in a deep voice. "Keep them entertained first, Mrs. Valentine."


    Nodding, Summer exhorted, "Be safe."


    “I will, Mrs. Valentine." He responded briskly, as if the corners of his mouth were raised.


    After returning to the private box, she asked everyone t o feel at home and help themselves to the food.


    But those teachers were apparently well-nurtured. They insisted on waiting for Mark to avoid being


    seen as rude.


    No one ate, and Summer had no choice but to wait. While waiting, she called Mark again.


    About twenty minutester, Mark arrived. His ck coat was hung on his arm, so naturally and


    casually. H e looked like he came in a hurry, yet that did not hinder his charm, natural elegance, and


    honor.


    He apologized with a t but polite voice and an apologetic expression on his face. "Sorry, I amte.


    Toast to everyone whoes."


    As soon as his deep voice trailed off, Mark picked up the sake on the table and toasted.


    His action was clean, without the slightest hesitation. Following him, those teachers picked up the sake


    on the table and toasted each other.


    Everyone had arrived, and they started to tuck in.


    Those teachers looked a little reserved and nervous to dine with a distinguished figure like Mark.N?velDrama.Org: text ? owner.


    It was not until Mark struck up a conversation with them did the atmosphere ease up. They could now


    talk andugh freely.


    There was a ss of sake in front of Summer. Mark saw it and narrowed his eyes, then took it away


    and asked the server for a ss of fruit juice.


    "Oh, what a loving couple. Mr. Valentine is so thoughtful. Summer is so lucky.” Everyone at the table


    cheered.


    Summer blushed at hearing that.


    "She is pregnant. Drinking is not suitable for her," Mark said. There were no changes in his expression,


    and his voice was gentle.


    Summer was slightly startled before her gaze fell on him.