(Author’s POV)
Alaric, Brave, and Elisa reached the Larson mansion. As the car entered the main gate, both of the Everests’ men were stunned by the sheer beauty of the building in front of them. Brave thought, ’The word ’mansion’ doesn’t even define what this estate really looks like. It is more like a palace castle.’
This Larson mansion had gigantic ivory-colored walls, on which royal purple wisteria vines were creeping up, making it look exquisite.
The Moon Shine’s packhouse was massive too, but its exterior as well as interior was more on the modern, contemporary theme. This, on the other hand, was much more aesthetically pleasing to both Alaric and Brave, as both the twins were into architectural designs, especially Alaric.
It was well-maintained with bright orange honeysuckle vines dangling from the balcony, contrasting beautifully with the imperial wisterias.
After they got out of the vehicle, they noticed a young man, probably around their age, was standing there. He was well-dressed, in a dark burgundy three-piece suit, looking neat and shipshape.
Fabian had gotten ready in a hurry, but still, he looked tidy, prim, and proper. He was waiting at the entrance, and as soon as he saw their car entering the main gate, he held his breath unconsciously and clenched his fists tightly, ’They are finally here.’
But when he saw only Alaric and Brave with Elisa, his brows furrowed a little, ’Where are the other two? I received the news that all of them have come to Esteria. So where, where the hell are the others?’ Fabian became even more anxious.
But outwardly, he maintained a straight face and walked towards the twins, his steps stately. His body language was oozing with confidence, or you could say, Fabian wanted to look confident and imposing in front of his enemies.
Yes, enemies. That is how he saw the werewolf kind, especially the Lycans, because of his tragic, sorrowful past. But he didn’t let his inner emotion take over him, as per Jacob’s advice, and remained curt, "Good Morning, Fabian Stephens here. COO Everests, CFO Everests. I hope you didn’t encounter any problems on your journey or on the way to the mansion." While saying this, he extended his hand for a formal handshake.
Alaric replied while shaking Fabian’s hand, "Not that much."
Although the ride was smooth, it was Elisa’s presence and her constant efforts to get inside either of the brothers’ pants that bothered Alaric.
Fabian had an inkling about what might have bothered him as he gazed at Elisa briefly, who made an innocent face in return. He then shifted his gaze back to the brothers, asking, "I heard your other brothers were also accompanying you two. Why are they not here yet? Hmm, Elisa?"
"Ohh~ right, Mr. Dion and Mr. Elio were in the other car. They entered the campus premises with us, but why don’t I see them? Let me call and ask the driver where they are," Elisa mumbled and made the call.
After talking to the driver, she told them, "They stopped by as Mr. Elio lost something. They are near the lake and will be here soon."
Both the twins nodded in understanding, but Fabian’s nervousness was hitting the roof, ’Near the lake? At this time? Myra always goes there after her class is over. What if, what if they see her?’ He was getting a headache from the mere thought of such a coincidence. His eyes flickered unconsciously with stress as his nails were digging into his palms.
But soon the other car came into his vision and stopped in front of him and the others.
As Elio and Dion stepped out of the vehicle, Fabian observed them discreetly. Brave asked them about their delay, to which Elio gave him a brief description of what went through.
Fabian was noticing them and found no sign of abnormality, so he chalked it down as nothing must have happened. When the realization hit him, he sighed in relief, unclenched his fist, and extended his hand. He gave them a formal greeting, which they both reciprocated, and all of the party went inside the mansion.
Brave questioned, "Where is Mr. Larson? Why haven’t I seen him?"
"Mr. Jacob Larson will be here shortly. He is in a video conferencing meeting," Fabian made an excuse. He knew all too well that his grandfather was just lazing around.

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