The dinner was weird, to say the least, but fortunately, Theo's mantis was now known by the whole family.
There was a lot of talk after that with some very curious people about the mantis. Yet there were also those who couldn't care less and just wanted to leave and do their own things.
After the dinner was done, Theo and the others were finally allowed to leave the meeting.
"I will send you an invitation soon, Theo. Let's meet again sometime." Lucien spoke while leaving. He forwarded his elbow with a grin and waited.
Theo understood and smiled. He moved his elbow close and tapped against Lucien's—it was a military way of wishing someone luck.
Theo was just about to leave when a sudden voice interrupted him from behind.
"Theo Merrick, stay behind for a minute. I would like to talk about something," the Baroness spoke with a frown.
Lucien looked at her and then at Theo, a snicker leaving his mouth soon enough as he waved a hand and left the room.
