That evening, Lu Xiao and Ares entered the restaurant Admiral Clan had reserved.
A military officer sitting by the floor-to-ceiling windows looked up, his gaze meeting Ares's.
The officer was surprised, but Ares seemed perfectly composed.
It was only after Ares's reminder that Lu Xiao realized the officer before them was Vice Admiral Fred.
Seeing them approach, the man rose to greet them. "Hello. You must be Lady Lu Xiao. I'm Fred. It's a pleasure to meet you."
He was about Ares's height, with a resolute face and strong features—the type of man who looked exceptionally upright.
He looked like the very model of a soldier.
Radiating integrity.
In response to Fred's introduction, Lu Xiao replied with grace and poise, "Hello, Vice Admiral Fred. It's wonderful to finally meet you in person. This is my partner, Ares. I figured that since you're both in the military, you would have plenty to talk about, so I brought him along. I do hope you don't mind."
