Chapter 950

Richard de Vere was born in the Earl's family of Oxford, England.

The Earl of Oxford is a member of England's traditional knighthood, whose history can be traced back to the distant 13th century. The family has rich and respected archives, and has a close relationship with the British royal family. In many important battles and struggles, they are all royalists who have made great contributions. Even today, their status is still noble and noble.

The 17th Earl of Oxford also founded the Oxford people's theatre company, which was at its peak and brilliant in the early 17th century. Later, it was even proposed that, in fact, Edward de Vere was the most likely real author of Shakespeare's plays besides William Shakespeare.

However, the title of Earl of Oxford was inherited by the British Prime Minister Herbert Henry Asquith in 1925 after two rounds of surnames; Richard de Ville inherited the Marquis of Dublin.

Although the title of marquis is one level higher than that of count, the degree of nobility of Dublin marquis is only mediocre, more like an honorary title. Among the five noble ranks, the Marquis has always been the least; Now, the Marquis of Dublin no longer owns territory, and power is not what it used to be.

Nevertheless, marquis Richard is still one of the most important members of the upper class in London. He has a close relationship with the royal family and is second to none in terms of power and status. This is a real aristocrat - family history, unique social status, prosperous family wealth and reputation.

Even in the 21st century, Richard de will can still live at ease without work and relying on the protection of his family.

George has been trying to get in touch with Richard for the past few months. Because Richard just fired his trust fund manager in early February, he was very dissatisfied with the other party's work style and achievements; George hopes to win Richard over to the bank he works for and become his fund manager.

In fact, not only George, but also many other competitors. George spent countless time and energy on this big customer; But Richard is eccentric and unpredictable. In the past few months, George has not even been able to lock Richard's position, let alone sit down and talk face to face. Even through Arthur's contacts, it is still extremely difficult.

Yesterday, George got a call from Richard's housekeeper and made an appointment for this afternoon. This makes George ecstatic, several months of efforts have finally made a breakthrough, although it is only a meeting, but it is an important first step, everything is full of possibilities.

But... But just after we met, we hit the head with a bang.

Looking at the smiling Richard in front of him, George Hall's eyes were slightly frozen. His expression did not change, but his heart was full of bitterness. They didn't even have time to exchange greetings. The bitterness of his mouth made George's back muscles tense. How could he forget Richard's preference.

It is worth mentioning that Richard inherited the preference of the 17th generation Earl of Oxford and had a fanatical preference for drama. He had enjoyed plays of all sizes in the west end of London, and his taste was very picky. He even went to Stockholm or Boston to watch excellent plays.

Such a preference is not a strange secret among nobles. In the past few months, Richard has been traveling around the major cities in Europe, and his whereabouts are erratic.

Without hearing George's reply, Richard adjusted his position leisurely as if he had no difference in George's mood. He was happy and said with a smile, "why, do you still mind? Langley hall, your little son, is it still a taboo topic? "

Richard didn't know, he didn't care. For him, some aristocratic principles are applicable, some are not.

"Apart from Lan Li's identity, this" miserable world "has received numerous praise. Even Alistair Smith has completely surrendered, you know? I met with Alistair, who has watched it three times. Jesus Christ, do you know how picky that old guy is? But after three times, after three games, he was still full of praise. He couldn't imagine it. I just came back here. "

Ignoring George, Richard gushed as the waiter just brought up the brandy. He sighed, "God, at last. The weather in Casablanca is very comfortable now. I'm enjoying my vacation. When I suddenly came back to London, I began to get used to it. I've begun to miss the sunshine there. "

The air was silent for a moment. Richard took two mouthfuls of brandy and took a long breath with a relaxed expression.

George knew that it was his turn to speak. "This is London. It's disgusting, but it's always sentimental." George showed a decent smile, "what's more, there is the west side, who can refuse the west side? There is no west end in Casablanca. "

His muscles were stiff and his heart was bleeding, but George had to be elegant. The so-called aristocratic network is actually a double-edged sword. George can completely cut off Langley's acting career in London through his own contacts; Similarly, George has to obey his contacts and choose to bow down and compromise at certain times.

Even if you don't agree, you have to bear it. Enjoy the nobility Title brought about by respect, we must accept the corresponding constraints, there are gains and losses, this is the law of society. Even if it was a loud slap, George had to keep smiling.

"Ha. That's the truth. " Richard burst into laughter and finally got a satisfactory answer.

It's better to take the initiative than to wait for the other party to further force him. Although the sense of shame has made George feel suffocated, aristocratic life is suffocated all the time. The ubiquitous rules and regulations make his breathing more cautious.

Therefore, instead of being flustered, George showed enthusiasm and friendly hospitality, and said, "the Almeida theater version of 'les miserables' has been a hot topic recently. How about it? Is the Lord interested in watching it?"

George offered an invitation. In fact, this is his only choice; In this case, he might as well take advantage of the situation and win over Richard to complete the work he has been working hard for.

"Of course!" Richard's face was in full bloom and he clapped his hands. "How about we start now?"

"Now?" Rao is that George is psychologically prepared. At this time, his expression is inevitably a little stunned. Richard's manner is too abrupt and impulsive. For the nobles, they have been trying their best to avoid it.

Richard did not care, nodded cheerfully, "of course, do you need to wait? Now the Almeida theater used to take only 20 minutes to get there. We still have time to have a snack and exchange our feelings. If we have the chance, maybe we can meet the actors. "

With that, Richard didn't wait for George's consent. He reached out and beckoned the waiter, "my coat and hat."

"Lord!" George was a little flustered.

Richard action a little bit, "by the way, your box or keep it?" Richard didn't seem to have any idea - or he didn't care, and then he said, "there are only six noble boxes in Almeida theater, and other people have to queue up to watch the play. I heard that a box belongs to the hall family, right? "

Almeida theater is not a top Grand Theater. Only six noble boxes are set up inside, four of which belong to the hall family, Hamilton family, Dunlop family and domer family respectively. The remaining two are handed over to the two Dukes by Andrey Hamilton for their use.

Tickets for the theatre have been sold out for the next three months, and the noble box has been reserved early. This is the time to witness the noble's ability to dance. Everyone actively contacted the six noble box owners to arrange their own theater schedule. If you hold the box, you will hold the social initiative of the recent period.

Eaton domer was the weakest in power and status among all the noble box controllers, and he arranged the right to use the box for the next three months early. By the way, his personal clothing brand has been strongly promoted. Eaton has benefited a lot from just two private parties.

The hall's box is given to Arthur by Langley. This also makes Arthur the hottest party planner in the near future. He can be seen in almost all the corners of London.

Richard's return to London was a little slower, and obviously missed a lot of good opportunities. As a result, today's meeting was held at two o'clock in the afternoon, not at three or three thirty, the usual time for afternoon tea, but at two o'clock. In other words, no box, no follow-up.

When George realized this, he could not vent his anger, but he turned it into endless frustration, "of course. But I need to inform Arthur in advance, otherwise, if it's impolite, it won't be very good

"Sure, sure." Richard didn't seem to care about it, but he didn't stop. "You can ask Arthur who is using the box today. Maybe we can watch it together."

The implication is that even if the box has been used, Richard has to go. As a famous London playwright, Richard's behavior is not surprising.

"It's our pleasure." George stood up, nodded to the waiter, and then, ignoring his coat and hat, immediately dialed Arthur. "The Marquis of Dublin and I are going to the Almeida theater. Anyone in the box, I mean, anyone, will let them go. I don't care how you solve it, Let's go now. "

After that, George hung up.

About two minutes later, Edith's cell phone vibrated and a message came: George and the Marquis of Dublin are going to the Almeida theater.

"Damn it."