Leo reached ho, and he found that Symphony had already arrived and she was sitting next to Anastasia asking her a few things about the world outside the Clover nation. Although the child had never been outside the Angkor City, she was very curious to know about the culture that was followed outside.
Anastasia loved how sincerely Symphony asked her questions and her drive to learn all that she could. She entertained the young chat buddy of hers, and when Leo ca inside the house with Lily skipping behind him, the conversation was put to a hold. Lily rushed up to Symphony and began to talk to her about her school.
Symphony had beco her best friend, after all, the child was very gentle by heart and she held no malice for Lily. The little girl drove the conversation towards how she has an Aunty who gifted her a Jade Seal, although it was her selection but Marian Grisha was the one who paid for it so she did give her the due credit.
Leo changed into a pair of casual clothing and said, "Lily, go change your clothes and then grab a bite before we begin practice. Also, Symphony, today I will be testing you as well."
The latter nodded and said, "Yes, Mister Cardinal."
Leo smiled and then he waited for Lily to co back after changing her clothes, however, he could see that Symphony had been gazing at him from ti to ti. He could sense that she had sothing to say but it was probably because of Anastasia's presence that she hesitated.
He had a quick bite before he said, "Co, Lily will go after you, first you perform the basic twelve movents and then one waltz piece."
Symphony nodded, she closed her eyes and tried to calm her mind as she sat down on the stool before her fingers started dancing on the keys. Leo closed his eyes as he listened to the performance. While Anastasia and Lily liked it, Leo frowned a few tis.
After ten minutes, Symphony was done, and Leo said, "Co, we will talk."
Leo looked at Lily and said, "Love, you practice from the start of the piece, go slow and smooth, achieve accuracy first, I will ask your Sister Symphony what is bothering her."
Lily nodded and then she watched Leo and Symphony walk to the other side. She didn't know what was going on, but she could sense that it was not sothing she could intervene in, and continued with her own practice.
Leo and Symphony sat in the living room, where Anastasia was sitting on the couch as well. The elder lady could sense from Leo's words that sothing was up, but she didn't know what it was and decided to refrain from speaking, and beca a listener.
Leo asked calmly, "Symphony, what is going on with you these days? Don't try to hide it, you made seven mistakes, and during those seven tis your notes were all over the place. I could sense that your thoughts aren't calm enough, so tell what is it? I promise to do my best to help you."
Symphony took a deep breath and recalled how Leo told her that she could rely on him the last ti, she was hesitating. After all, the family has been very nice to her, and they have supported her a lot during these past few months.
The young lady sighed and said, "Big Brother, my mother lost her job last week, while she is trying to find a new one, the situation is not looking up. Also, I got a call from soone called Walder, he said that if I tried to get close to my father, they would harm my mother."
Leo sighed and said, "This, I will look into it and don't worry, I will get her a job as well. It is not a big deal. However, like last ti, I will tell you again, do not let such things hinder your progress. Co to , and I will see to it, okay?"
The young lady nodded and said, "Thank you very much."
Leo shook his head and said, "Just give two days."
Symphony nodded and then Leo tutored the two girls for another half an hour. He also stread the lesson on the Yulu platform. This was surprising to the people, who thought that Leo had forgotten about their existence, and like always, Lily had taken up the task to reply to the viewers.
It was six in the evening when Snow returned and found out about Symphony's situation from Anastasia. Although Leo had promised to solve it, she also wanted to lend a hand. She approached the young man in the study room. She found Lily was doing her howork on the side while the young man was also typing quickly on the keyboard.
Leo looked at her and said, "Carole has made moves again."
Snow furrowed and asked, "He is the reason why Miss Rogue is unemployed?"
Leo nodded and he said, "He had Walder step in, he wants the Rogue family outside the city and vanishing in the countryside."
Snow sighed and asked, "What can you do?"
Leo smiled and replied, "I have my ways, don't worry, she will be fined, and her daughter will continue to live here and learn more."
Snow nodded but she still asked, "Tell about it."
Leo said, "From what I found out, Walder Trei is getting a contract for highway construction, he will be providing lamp posts for the hundred kiloter stretch and the main realtor in this is Primal Infra.
Carole is heading the project, however, when he found that Miss Rogue is the project manager, he got unsettled, and forced Walder to sack her. He gave her a three months severance pay to avoid any and all legal actions. At the sa ti they have threatened the child about trying to get close to Carole."
Snow frowned and said, "What do you wish to do?"
A small voice sounded, "An armor with many parts is bound to have chinks. Find the chink, break through and claim victory."
Leo and Snow looked at Lily who was reading a book, and they exchanged a glance. The forr smiled and said, "We will do just that then."
Snow nodded, and said, "I will get my people to work on it."
Leo thought for a bit and asked, "How about if we send Frag after Walder, he has many cases pending against him. I am sure, Frag can cause great damage to him."
Snow nodded, and Lily closed her book as she said, "Baba, I want a pony."
Leo chuckled and said, "Baby, I will get you a big horse, but first you have to grow up. Also, can you brush Momo tonight? I forgot to do it."
Lily said, "I will brush her, but can you tell why I have to wait till I grow big for a horse?"
Leo replied, "Because then you would be able to get a better grip of riding a horse. You know it is not easy to handle a horse, and the nation doesn't have a species of pony. They don't allow ponies to be traded now. They are endangered."
Lily sighed and said, "Fine, you big people and your laws. Why didn't they stop when they knew that this could happen in the future? Useless laws."
That said, she snorted and walked out of the study. She didn't like the laws, but she couldn't do anything about it. Snow looked at Leo and asked, "Can you say no to her, for anything? Today it is a pony, tomorrow, it will be the moon."
Leo smiled and said, "I agree that I didn't say no, but I have yet to say yes as well, right? This is progress."
Snow rolled her eyes and said, "Well, Marian has asked you to consult her on the things that you want. She will then alter the designs to suit the best way possible. However, she has stated that you will not get to see the dress until the wedding day. Only your attire would be out for scrutiny."
Leo nodded and replied, "Indeed, it is bad luck to see the bride in the wedding dress before the ceremony takes place."
He stood up from his chair and then walked over to Snow, and pulled her in an embrace. The young lady smacked his chest with her palm gently and said, "I don't love you."
Leo smiled faintly and asked, "Why not?"
Snow scoffed and said, "Always hovering around your little sweetheart, do I even hold any importance in your heart anymore? What was it that you used to say? When I co from work, you would massage my feet, and feed with your hands. However, look at you, no longer loving the wife, but becoming a daughter slave. Sha on ."
Leo was left between chuckles and tears, as he hugged her tightly and picked her up in his arms and took her outside as he said, "I will pamper you, now."
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