CH779 Alex's Scheme II
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Zora looked up from the stack of documents on the study desk when she noticed Milton's arrival.
"You look like a man with a lot on his mind," she observed. "You've come at just the right time. The tea is ready, and I was just about to take a break."
She motioned for the old man to take a seat on the sofa.
Zora rose and walked over to a nearby cabinet, from which she retrieved a kettle containing freshly brewed tea.
She poured Milton a cup and handed it to him.
"Thank you, Countess," Milton said as he carefully accepted it with both hands.
The two took quiet sips of tea.
Milton immediately felt his mind clear, and his eyes widened in surprise.
It was by far the finest green tea he had ever tasted.
They silently enjoyed the tea for a few moments.
"So, what brings you back here? I thought you were supposed to spend the afternoon working on the town registry," Zora said, returning their attention to the purpose of Milton's visit.
