Where to start from? Adrian knew there was no point, so he shrugged and said lightly, “Jealousy, maybe? I am handsome, after all.”
Charles snorted a laugh, attracting attention as people thought he was laughing at Richard's words.
“Go on. Don't mind me. Go on.” He said airily and turned back to Adrian. “I know there's more to things here, but tell me one thing. All these years, did he treat you well?”
Everyone in the hall burst into loud applause just then as Richard finished the eulogy and pointed at Charles.
The general stood to acknowledge everyone with a wave as they looked back at him like they were staring at a god among them.
None dared to approach him even though they hoped he would call on them.
He didn't.
As Richard continued to talk about the main reason for the evening,
