Chapter 42: Chapter 42: Master Lancaster Goes on a Business Trip
"Girl, did you bring your work? I’d like to see your design style." Old Master Keaton asked.
Elias Lancaster took a sketchbook from the bag and handed it over.
"Old Master Keaton, I have something to attend to. I’ll come back to pick her up when it’s over."
"Go ahead," Old Master Keaton said, glancing at him.
"Serena, don’t be afraid. You and Old Master Keaton are fated. He’s a very good teacher. I’ll pick you up when you’re done," Elias Lancaster instructed.
Old Master Keaton, "..."
Why does it feel like he’s being painted as the bad guy?
"Hmm~" Serena Yeats nodded. Why did she feel like Elias was treating her like a child?
After Elias Lancaster left.
Serena Yeats proactively stepped forward, "Grandpa Keaton, these are my design drafts. This part is jewelry, and these are clothing. Please have a look."
Old Master Keaton took them and looked at them carefully, page by page, somewhat amazed, "Not bad, the work is very spirited, but a bit immature. Systematic learning needs to follow.
Your road ahead is long, and your future is limitless, young girl. Keep going, okay!"
She had heard from Elias Lancaster about this teacher, who was a legendary figure in the design industry. His words were a tremendous affirmation for Serena Yeats.
Old Master Keaton continued, "The style is great, and the designs are bold."
"I prefer vintage, so I incorporated those ideas into my designs, trying to find a balance."
Old Master Keaton nodded approvingly, "Not bad. The fusion of traditional culture and modern trends, the prospects for national style are promising."
Old Master Keaton looked at her, "I will take you to my design studio. There are many traditional and trendy drafts there for you to experience."
Serena Yeats followed him obediently.
The teacher-student atmosphere was harmonious, whereas Elias Lancaster was very serious.
He didn’t go to the company but stayed in the car next to the Keaton Family’s place, holding a video conference.
As it was nearing noon.
As soon as Serena Yeats came out, she saw Elias Lancaster standing at the door, and she happily walked towards him.
"Elias, Grandpa Keaton is really amazing." Serena Yeats’ eyes sparkled with excitement.
Elias Lancaster held her little hand, "How did the learning go?"
"It’s the first time I’ve seen such incredible designs, and I also realized how powerful design inspiration can be..."
On the way to the company, Elias Lancaster listened to Serena enthuse about what she had seen and learned.
He smiled knowingly, "Looks like I need to learn from you, Serena."
The two of them walked into the company side by side, Elias Lancaster attentively listening to every word she said, his eyes full of fondness.
This was the first time Elias Lancaster had seen her gesture so joyously.
Sitting on the office sofa, Serena Yeats suddenly met Elias Lancaster’s tender gaze.
"Elias, why are you looking at me like that?"
Elias Lancaster chuckled softly, "Serena, I like how you are now, confident and energetic, not holding back or wronging yourself."
Hearing this, Serena Yeats also felt that she had indeed changed a lot, "Maybe the mindset is different now."
Elias Lancaster agreed with her, "From now on, do whatever you want. You will undoubtedly become someone dazzling."
"Really?" Serena Yeats seemed inspired, determined to stand on the highest stage of the design world, becoming someone who could stand next to Elias Lancaster.
As they were speaking, Elias Lancaster’s phone rang.
It was Old Master Keaton.
Old Master Keaton: Boy from the Lancaster Family, is the young girl...?
Elias Lancaster interrupted him before he could finish: It’s not confirmed yet. We’re still investigating.
Old Master Keaton: Whether it is or not, I’ve decided to take her as my last disciple. You should treat her well.
Elias Lancaster: I understand.
In the evening, Elias Lancaster lay in bed holding Serena Yeats, his large hand gently grazing her belly.
"Serena, I have to go on a business trip tomorrow for some important work. I’ll be back the day after tomorrow."
Serena Yeats nodded.
She understood. As the boss of The Lancaster Corporation, Elias Lancaster had been taking a lot of time out of his schedule to accompany her since she moved in, and they became close.
That was already a rare thing.
"Go ahead!" Serena Yeats kissed him, "You need to earn money for me and the two babies."
Elias Lancaster was reluctant, getting up to gently kiss her belly, "In a couple of days, I’ll be home with you. Two little ones, listen to your mom while I’m away on a business trip."
Serena Yeats laughed. "No need, just focus on work. We can be in love, but work is important too, earning money for baby formula."
Elias Lancaster stroked her head, "I’ll accompany you and let dad hold the fort."
Serena Yeats, "..."
Afterwards,
Elias Lancaster got up to pack his suitcase, setting it aside.
Serena Yeats hugged his waist, feeling a bit reluctant too.
"Be good, hubby will be back the day after tomorrow."
The next day,
Serena Yeats was still dreaming when Elias Lancaster had already left.
When she woke up, Nanny Livingston was waiting at the door.
"Young Madam, Miss Nathan Sawyer is downstairs."
Serena Yeats hurried downstairs.
"Nathan, are you on holiday?"
Nathan Sawyer smiled, "No, I took a few days off. Last night, your Elias called me in the middle of the night to come and keep you company."
"Serena, my mom wants me to go on a blind date, and I don’t want to." Nathan Sawyer frowned slightly.
"Oh?" Serena Yeats was taken aback, "But Elias is on a business trip, I can’t help you."
"I can help!"
Suddenly, a voice came over.
Serena Yeats turned to see Old Madam Lancaster walking in with a smile.
"Mom," Serena Yeats quickly stood up.
"Serena, sit down quickly," Old Madam Lancaster hurried forward to help her sit down.
"Hello, Mrs. Lancaster," Nathan Sawyer also stood up to greet her.
"Good girl!" Old Madam Lancaster beamed.
"Is there anything you need my help with?" Old Madam Lancaster felt she could solve the problem.
Nathan Sawyer felt a bit embarrassed, "It’s nothing really, just a small thing."
"Anything my daughter-in-law needs help with can’t be a small thing. Tell me about it." Old Madam Lancaster looked serious.
Nathan Sawyer sighed helplessly, "My mom wants me to meet Brandon Grayson for a blind date, but the Grayson Family’s betrothed just went missing, and I..."
She quickly explained the context and details.
Old Madam Lancaster furrowed her brow, "I’ve heard about this too. The J Keaton Family doesn’t want to burden the Grayson child. After all, it’s been over ten years since they went missing, and it’s unknown if they’ll return."
Surname Keaton?
Serena Yeats didn’t know why, but she thought of that kind-hearted Grandpa Keaton.
Even though she met him for the first time that day, there was a sense of familiarity.
"Young lady, are you from the Sawyer Family?" Old Madam Lancaster’s words pulled Serena Yeats out of her thoughts.
"Mom," Serena Yeats quickly said, "this is my good friend, Nathan Sawyer."
Old Madam Lancaster looked her over, nodding, "Nate, why don’t you just meet him? That Grayson boy is Elias’s childhood friend, and he’s got great character."
Nathan Sawyer, "..."
Wasn’t this supposed to be helping, not playing matchmaker?
She laughed and cried at the same time, but since the Old Madam from the Lancaster Family said so, she thought about it and realized there was no harm in meeting him. At most, she could just clarify things at the meeting.
She nodded, "I’ll listen to Auntie."
The three of them went out happily to go shopping.
They didn’t return until the evening. They had such a great time shopping that they came back a bit late.
Serena Yeats was starving. As soon as the food was served, she began to eat regardless of her image.
Nanny Livingston found her adorable and took a video, sending it to their Young Master.
When Elias Lancaster saw the video of Serena Yeats so hungry,
He immediately called, and Nanny Livingston picked up with a smile, "Young Master."