Chapter 300
Tahlia froze.
“You’re free to chase after Blake if you like him, but don’t involve me in this drama, or… I’ll be much harsher than Blake ever could,” Pearl said with a smile, then turned to Blake and suggested, “Let’s go. Aren’t we going to the wine tasting?”
Blake nodded, and they left, leaving Tahlia behind with a flushed face.
The wine tasting took place in the garden behind the villa of a prominent figure from Bodgow, attended by members of the upper class.
Blake was highly regarded and had an excellent reputation in Bodgow, making this his first public appearance with a companion. What made it even more notable was the fact that his companion was both beautiful and well-mannered, and there was an undeniable resemblance between them.
Some of the attendees, who had their sources and information networks, began chatting while discreetly pointing at Pearl.
“I know that woman. She’s the estranged granddaughter of the Jordans. She grew up in a small town so she’s not very polished.”
“Oh, I thought she’s from a rich family. She doesn’t look out of place here.”
“Who knows? She might be putting on an act.”
Pearl noticed their conversation and cast a stern gaze in their direction, causing them to fall silent immediately.
The wine tasting was about to begin, with glasses of wine beautifully arranged on the tables, shimmering in the light.
The emcee took the stage and addressed the guests, “Anyone who can name all the wine will be given the grand prize-an antique wine glass.”
The guests exchanged glances and hesitated to participate. The challenge seemed deceptively simple, but in reality, it was quite difficult. Without water to cleanse their palates between. tastings, those without a discerning palate would likely struggle with the various flavors.
Ten minutes passed, and no one dared to attempt it.
Most attendees were uninterested in the antique wine glass, and many were hesitant to step forward and risk embarrassment, so they just silently watched.
Blake was the first to take up the challenge, making it through nine glasses successfully but faltering on the last one.
Pearl smiled, noting his disappointment. “Do you really want that glass?”
Blake nodded. “Of course. I’ve been collecting the entire set, and this is the last one. I’d be disappointed if I couldn’t complete the collection.”
Glenn Palmer, who had been greeting people earlier, approached and noticed Blake’s dejected expression. He patted his shoulder reassuringly. “It’s alright. I don’t think anyone will be able to guess the wine correctly. If no one manages it, we can simply offer a big sum of money to
buy it after the event.”
Pearl gave him an exasperated look. “Why won’t you get it when it’s free?”
Glenn wasn’t fazed, as he knew that was just how she spoke He smiled patiently. “It’s not easy to guess this wine correctly. It’s not something just anyone can obtain for free.”
Pearl looked around and then proposed, “What if I can help you get it?”
Blake’s eyes widened with hope. “Can you really?”
“Of course, but I have one condition.”
Blake understood she wouldn’t do it without getting something in return, so he asked, “What is it?”
“I’ll tell you later. For now, you owe me one,” Pearl replied with a hint of mischief.
