Chapter 2079: 2079
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Charity auctions are held every year, every month, and even every week. All kinds of charity auctions fill the daily life of the upper class.
Because charity auctions also shoulder many different functions, the first is naturally the good reputation brought by charity, the second is the tax reduction function brought by charitable donations, and again it is an important social occasion for the elite:
Imagine that top big figures such as royal family members or senior artists usually refuse people thousands of miles away. Even if they want to please, they can't find opportunities. Nothing can escape their glaring eyes. A little bit of care may be taken. On the horse's lap; however, charity auctions are different. If the charitable items they donate can eventually be auctioned at a high price for charity, it will naturally have a sense of intimacy, which can actually open up the situation.
There are countless similar situations, because people who can be among the elite and upper-class society have actually seen countless existences in the world. Money and reputation, glory and power are everything they need, and ordinary things can't move them at all. The charity auction is the only occasion for others to "open/offer/bribere". How can it be easily missed?
Therefore, every charity auction is very particular, from the size of the guest lineup to the value of the auctioned items, and then to the weight of the special guests. Everything is a war of invisible gunpowder on social occasions. Don't underestimate the organizers of charity events.
The charity auction to be held this Saturday is very special. It is an auction jointly organized by Alexander Hamilton and the Red Cross.
As the eldest son of the Duke of Hamilton, Alexander’s fame and reputation among the London aristocracy is second to none. This time he personally organized the auction to raise money for the Red Cross. All the donations will be used for war-torn areas in Africa. The assistance program includes vaccines, medicines, water resources, etc., especially for underage children who are suffering from malaria. They urgently need the support of medicines and medical teams.
Undoubtedly, this charity auction is of extraordinary significance.
Alexander completed the organization and planning of this charity event with the help of Andre and Matthew. Many people think that this is a special arrangement for Alexander to pave the way for Andre.
In the past year, Andre’s related actions have become apparently frequent. Sisyphus Pictures is the best proof. Hamilton’s youngest son seems to have finally cheered up and ended the life of drunkenness and death. Decided to use his own ability to create a career, as the eldest brother, how could Alexander not support it? What's more, Andre was originally the one-child who grew up favored by his father and brother.
It is precisely because of this that people are looking forward to attending this charity auction. After all, the prestige and energy possessed by the Hamilton family is definitely not a small household, so the lineup of guests attending the auction should not be underestimated. Not to mention the Hamilton family itself.
Now, this auction has further revealed the identity of the mysterious guest, who is actually Lan Li-Hall! Looking at the recent signs, does this mean...Len Li is really going to return to London in an all-round way? And this charity auction is the stage for the blue gift?
If this is the case, then this charity auction must never be missed.
This is the effect that Lanly hopes to achieve.
Instead of shouting out in your own voice, or making a high-profile venue to create topics, but using trivial information to spread mystery bit by bit, in the process of spreading gossip, slowly raising curiosity and expectations, and then creating An effect of "secrets that only a few people know", the momentum will accumulate little by little between word of mouth, just like the dense drums before the show is about to be unveiled, creating the first moment at the moment of its shining debut. A climax/tide brings all the spotlights and spotlights together, waiting for the moment of full-scale explosion.
Today is the moment when the spotlight comes on.
Matthew wakes up Lan Li early in the morning, definitely not deliberately destroying Lan Li's little habit of sleeping in, but because there are indeed many things to be done today.
After the alarm function was completed, Matthew was about to turn around and leave the room, but came to the door, stopped again, turned around and looked back, and saw Lan Li sitting on the bed, her shoulders drooping, her eyes still tight. The ground was closed, and halfway through waking up, he fell asleep again.
Matthew couldn't help but shook his head gently, "I thought you would recognize the bed." This is a new home and a new bed. In a brand new environment, Lan Li always needs a little time to adapt; but obviously, this is an exception. Lan Li had no problems at all, and the quality of his sleep was so good that Matthew felt a little helpless.
"Huh?" Lan Li's voice came over in a low voice.
Matthew shook his head lightly, but still patiently asked, "Len Li, do you need my help?" Otherwise, he felt that Lan Li might not be able to get up.
"Huh?" Lan Li raised his head slightly, but his chaotic brain couldn't think at all, and he couldn't hear Matthew's words clearly. After a pause, Lan Li went on to say, "I'm hungry. I want to drink porridge. "After uttering a few words without thinking, he lifted the quilt, closed his eyes and touched the bathroom, but this seemed a bit difficult, so that his footsteps were a little confused and he was walking around the bedside.
Seeing Lan Li’s childish behavior, Matthew had given up on vomiting and walked directly over, holding Lan Li’s right hand, leading Lan Li into the bathroom, and then helping Lan Li squeeze toothpaste onto the toothbrush and stuff it into Lan Li. In Li's hands, he turned and left.
After washing up, Chaos Brain finally wakes up a bit. Although he still feels that he hasn’t slept enough, his strong self-control still controls himself. He came to the first floor in pajamas and could smell it from a distance. When it came to the taste of white porridge, Lan Li's mouth could not help but rise.
I remember that when I was a child, Lanly had a high fever and couldn’t eat anything. I just missed a mouthful of white porridge. But there was no such thing as white porridge in traditional British cuisine. After Philip told George and Elizabeth, they didn’t care at all. He directly ignored Lan Li's difficult needs and left it to the doctor to deal with. In the end, Philip asked about the method of white porridge and cooked a pot for Lan Li himself.
The magic is that I vomited what I ate before, but the porridge was swallowed; then, after covering up my sweat for one night, the high fever disappeared the next day.
Later, when he was in middle school, Matthew once watched Philip tell the chef to make a white porridge for Lan Li. He also heard the allusion. When he was tired or sick or had no appetite, Lan Li always liked white porridge. Once I learned about Lan Li's weird preferences.
But over time, it's not surprising.
Now, Philip has officially become Lan Li’s butler. He lives in the guest room on the northwest corner of the first floor, facing the garden, and has his own world. At the same time, Philip also hired a cook for Lan Li to be responsible for one day. With three meals, in just a week, the whole pace of life became routine, even more orderly than life in New York.
Lan Li took a seat next to the dining table, motioned for the porridge in front of him with his eyes, and asked Matthew, "Do you need it?"
Matthew pointed to the egg, salad and chicken breast in front of him, and expressed a friendly rejection-he was really not interested in white porridge.
"Master Lan Li, do you need to wear a formal suit today?" Philip appeared at the door of the restaurant and asked politely.
The so-called formal suit is actually a complicated three-piece custom-made suit. The front of the shirt, sleeves, collar, cuffs, etc. are all distinguished. They need to be assembled one by one, and it is impossible to complete it by only relying on one person. If you are dressed, you must get help from others.
Then Lan Li needs Philip's help.
It’s been a long, long time since Lan Li wears such a formal suit, because Hollywood doesn’t need such a specification at all. Instead, it’s too grand and triggers unnecessary discussions, even for Oscars. In addition to high-end parties, Lan Li spends all his time on performances. Occasionally leisure activities are also outdoor challenges. Suits are obviously not the best choice. He almost forgets the cumbersome and troublesome formal suits.
The reason why Philip made such an inquiry could not be clearer: Today is the occasion when Renly returns to London, and George and Elizabeth may also appear. Does he need to be treated with the highest standards?
"No, no." Lan Li answered directly without hesitation.
Matthew added, "He decided to return to London in his own way, not the'other side' way." After speaking, Matthew cast a line of sight at Lan Li, which made Lan Li laugh happily and nodded. agree.
Philip did not continue to persuade ~www.novelhall.com~ and simply agreed with Lan Li's decision, and then turned and left the restaurant.
Matthew picked up the knife and fork and began to enjoy his breakfast, "What is your way? If you follow the usual Hollywood style, it is hat T, jeans and sneakers, breaking the shackles of regulations and keeping up with the changes of the times. Trend."
"I don't mind." Lan Li shrugged slightly. "If the Garrick Club allows me to enter, I will have no problem at all. They may need a suit of armor to become a superhero, but I don't need it, remember. Am I an actor, this is the most powerful mask."
Matthew couldn't help but chuckle: There seems to be no problem with this interpretation, and it is also very innovative, "I will let Andrea suggest to see, challenge the decadent rules of the past two centuries, break the taboo, and What could be more popular and powerful like this appearance?"
Lan Li pursed the corner of his mouth, "I am not Margaret Thatcher, my contribution and influence are not so strong yet, otherwise, the royal family's honor will not be the result of that." Such self-deprecating made Matthew's smile even brighter. stand up.
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Charity auctions are held every year, every month, and even every week. All kinds of charity auctions fill the daily life of the upper class.
Because charity auctions also shoulder many different functions, the first is naturally the good reputation brought by charity, the second is the tax reduction function brought by charitable donations, and again it is an important social occasion for the elite:
Imagine that top big figures such as royal family members or senior artists usually refuse people thousands of miles away. Even if they want to please, they can't find opportunities. Nothing can escape their glaring eyes. A little bit of care may be taken. On the horse's lap; however, charity auctions are different. If the charitable items they donate can eventually be auctioned at a high price for charity, it will naturally have a sense of intimacy, which can actually open up the situation.
There are countless similar situations, because people who can be among the elite and upper-class society have actually seen countless existences in the world. Money and reputation, glory and power are everything they need, and ordinary things can't move them at all. The charity auction is the only occasion for others to "open/offer/bribere". How can it be easily missed?
Therefore, every charity auction is very particular, from the size of the guest lineup to the value of the auctioned items, and then to the weight of the special guests. Everything is a war of invisible gunpowder on social occasions. Don't underestimate the organizers of charity events.
The charity auction to be held this Saturday is very special. It is an auction jointly organized by Alexander Hamilton and the Red Cross.
As the eldest son of the Duke of Hamilton, Alexander’s fame and reputation among the London aristocracy is second to none. This time he personally organized the auction to raise money for the Red Cross. All the donations will be used for war-torn areas in Africa. The assistance program includes vaccines, medicines, water resources, etc., especially for underage children who are suffering from malaria. They urgently need the support of medicines and medical teams.
Undoubtedly, this charity auction is of extraordinary significance.
Alexander completed the organization and planning of this charity event with the help of Andre and Matthew. Many people think that this is a special arrangement for Alexander to pave the way for Andre.
In the past year, Andre’s related actions have become apparently frequent. Sisyphus Pictures is the best proof. Hamilton’s youngest son seems to have finally cheered up and ended the life of drunkenness and death. Decided to use his own ability to create a career, as the eldest brother, how could Alexander not support it? What's more, Andre was originally the one-child who grew up favored by his father and brother.
It is precisely because of this that people are looking forward to attending this charity auction. After all, the prestige and energy possessed by the Hamilton family is definitely not a small household, so the lineup of guests attending the auction should not be underestimated. Not to mention the Hamilton family itself.
Now, this auction has further revealed the identity of the mysterious guest, who is actually Lan Li-Hall! Looking at the recent signs, does this mean...Len Li is really going to return to London in an all-round way? And this charity auction is the stage for the blue gift?
If this is the case, then this charity auction must never be missed.
This is the effect that Lanly hopes to achieve.
Instead of shouting out in your own voice, or making a high-profile venue to create topics, but using trivial information to spread mystery bit by bit, in the process of spreading gossip, slowly raising curiosity and expectations, and then creating An effect of "secrets that only a few people know", the momentum will accumulate little by little between word of mouth, just like the dense drums before the show is about to be unveiled, creating the first moment at the moment of its shining debut. A climax/tide brings all the spotlights and spotlights together, waiting for the moment of full-scale explosion.
Today is the moment when the spotlight comes on.
Matthew wakes up Lan Li early in the morning, definitely not deliberately destroying Lan Li's little habit of sleeping in, but because there are indeed many things to be done today.
After the alarm function was completed, Matthew was about to turn around and leave the room, but came to the door, stopped again, turned around and looked back, and saw Lan Li sitting on the bed, her shoulders drooping, her eyes still tight. The ground was closed, and halfway through waking up, he fell asleep again.
Matthew couldn't help but shook his head gently, "I thought you would recognize the bed." This is a new home and a new bed. In a brand new environment, Lan Li always needs a little time to adapt; but obviously, this is an exception. Lan Li had no problems at all, and the quality of his sleep was so good that Matthew felt a little helpless.
"Huh?" Lan Li's voice came over in a low voice.
Matthew shook his head lightly, but still patiently asked, "Len Li, do you need my help?" Otherwise, he felt that Lan Li might not be able to get up.
"Huh?" Lan Li raised his head slightly, but his chaotic brain couldn't think at all, and he couldn't hear Matthew's words clearly. After a pause, Lan Li went on to say, "I'm hungry. I want to drink porridge. "After uttering a few words without thinking, he lifted the quilt, closed his eyes and touched the bathroom, but this seemed a bit difficult, so that his footsteps were a little confused and he was walking around the bedside.
Seeing Lan Li’s childish behavior, Matthew had given up on vomiting and walked directly over, holding Lan Li’s right hand, leading Lan Li into the bathroom, and then helping Lan Li squeeze toothpaste onto the toothbrush and stuff it into Lan Li. In Li's hands, he turned and left.
After washing up, Chaos Brain finally wakes up a bit. Although he still feels that he hasn’t slept enough, his strong self-control still controls himself. He came to the first floor in pajamas and could smell it from a distance. When it came to the taste of white porridge, Lan Li's mouth could not help but rise.
I remember that when I was a child, Lanly had a high fever and couldn’t eat anything. I just missed a mouthful of white porridge. But there was no such thing as white porridge in traditional British cuisine. After Philip told George and Elizabeth, they didn’t care at all. He directly ignored Lan Li's difficult needs and left it to the doctor to deal with. In the end, Philip asked about the method of white porridge and cooked a pot for Lan Li himself.
The magic is that I vomited what I ate before, but the porridge was swallowed; then, after covering up my sweat for one night, the high fever disappeared the next day.
Later, when he was in middle school, Matthew once watched Philip tell the chef to make a white porridge for Lan Li. He also heard the allusion. When he was tired or sick or had no appetite, Lan Li always liked white porridge. Once I learned about Lan Li's weird preferences.
But over time, it's not surprising.
Now, Philip has officially become Lan Li’s butler. He lives in the guest room on the northwest corner of the first floor, facing the garden, and has his own world. At the same time, Philip also hired a cook for Lan Li to be responsible for one day. With three meals, in just a week, the whole pace of life became routine, even more orderly than life in New York.
Lan Li took a seat next to the dining table, motioned for the porridge in front of him with his eyes, and asked Matthew, "Do you need it?"
Matthew pointed to the egg, salad and chicken breast in front of him, and expressed a friendly rejection-he was really not interested in white porridge.
"Master Lan Li, do you need to wear a formal suit today?" Philip appeared at the door of the restaurant and asked politely.
The so-called formal suit is actually a complicated three-piece custom-made suit. The front of the shirt, sleeves, collar, cuffs, etc. are all distinguished. They need to be assembled one by one, and it is impossible to complete it by only relying on one person. If you are dressed, you must get help from others.
Then Lan Li needs Philip's help.
It’s been a long, long time since Lan Li wears such a formal suit, because Hollywood doesn’t need such a specification at all. Instead, it’s too grand and triggers unnecessary discussions, even for Oscars. In addition to high-end parties, Lan Li spends all his time on performances. Occasionally leisure activities are also outdoor challenges. Suits are obviously not the best choice. He almost forgets the cumbersome and troublesome formal suits.
The reason why Philip made such an inquiry could not be clearer: Today is the occasion when Renly returns to London, and George and Elizabeth may also appear. Does he need to be treated with the highest standards?
"No, no." Lan Li answered directly without hesitation.
Matthew added, "He decided to return to London in his own way, not the'other side' way." After speaking, Matthew cast a line of sight at Lan Li, which made Lan Li laugh happily and nodded. agree.
Philip did not continue to persuade ~www.novelhall.com~ and simply agreed with Lan Li's decision, and then turned and left the restaurant.
Matthew picked up the knife and fork and began to enjoy his breakfast, "What is your way? If you follow the usual Hollywood style, it is hat T, jeans and sneakers, breaking the shackles of regulations and keeping up with the changes of the times. Trend."
"I don't mind." Lan Li shrugged slightly. "If the Garrick Club allows me to enter, I will have no problem at all. They may need a suit of armor to become a superhero, but I don't need it, remember. Am I an actor, this is the most powerful mask."
Matthew couldn't help but chuckle: There seems to be no problem with this interpretation, and it is also very innovative, "I will let Andrea suggest to see, challenge the decadent rules of the past two centuries, break the taboo, and What could be more popular and powerful like this appearance?"
Lan Li pursed the corner of his mouth, "I am not Margaret Thatcher, my contribution and influence are not so strong yet, otherwise, the royal family's honor will not be the result of that." Such self-deprecating made Matthew's smile even brighter. stand up.
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Charity auctions are held every year, every month, and even every week. All kinds of charity auctions fill the daily life of the upper class.Because charity auctions also shoulder many different functions, the first is naturally the good reputation brought by charity, the second is the tax reduction function brought by charitable donations, and again it is an important social occasion for the elite:Imagine that top big figures such as royal family members or senior artists usually refuse people thousands of miles away. Even if they want to please, they can't find opportunities. Nothing can escape their glaring eyes. A little bit of care may be taken. On the horse's lap; however, charity auctions are different. If the charitable items they donate can eventually be auctioned at a high price for charity, it will naturally have a sense of intimacy, which can actually open up the situation.There are countless similar situations, because people who can be among the elite and upper-class society have actually seen countless existences in the world. Money and reputation, glory and power are everything they need, and ordinary things can't move them at all. The charity auction is the only occasion for others to "open/offer/bribere". How can it be easily missed?Therefore, every charity auction is very particular, from the size of the guest lineup to the value of the auctioned items, and then to the weight of the special guests. Everything is a war of invisible gunpowder on social occasions. Don't underestimate the organizers of charity events.The charity auction to be held this Saturday is very special. It is an auction jointly organized by Alexander Hamilton and the Red Cross.As the eldest son of the Duke of Hamilton, Alexander's fame and reputation among the London aristocracy is second to none. This time he personally organized the auction to raise money for the Red Cross. All the donations will be used for war-torn areas in Africa. The assistance program includes vaccines, medicines, water resources, etc., especially for underage children who are suffering from malaria. They urgently need the support of medicines and medical teams.Undoubtedly, this charity auction is of extraordinary significance.Alexander completed the organization and planning of this charity event with the help of Andre and Matthew. Many people think that this is a special arrangement for Alexander to pave the way for Andre.In the past year, Andre's related actions have become apparently frequent. Sisyphus Pictures is the best proof. Hamilton's youngest son seems to have finally cheered up and ended the life of drunkenness and death. Decided to use his own ability to create a career, as the eldest brother, how could Alexander not support it? What's more, Andre was originally the one-child who grew up favored by his father and brother.It is precisely because of this that people are looking forward to attending this charity auction. After all, the prestige and energy possessed by the Hamilton family is definitely not a small household, so the lineup of guests attending the auction should not be underestimated. Not to mention the Hamilton family itself.Now, this auction has further revealed the identity of the mysterious guest, who is actually Lan Li-Hall! Looking at the recent signs, does this mean...Len Li is really going to return to London in an all-round way? And this charity auction is the stage for the blue gift?If this is the case, then this charity auction must never be missed.This is the effect that Lanly hopes to achieve.Instead of shouting out in your own voice, or making a high-profile venue to create topics, but using trivial information to spread mystery bit by bit, in the process of spreading gossip, slowly raising curiosity and expectations, and then creating An effect of "secrets that only a few people know", the momentum will accumulate little by little between word of mouth, just like the dense drums before the show is about to be unveiled, creating the first moment at the moment of its shining debut. A climax/tide brings all the spotlights and spotlights together, waiting for the moment of full-scale explosion.Today is the moment when the spotlight comes on.Matthew wakes up Lan Li early in the morning, definitely not deliberately destroying Lan Li's little habit of sleeping in, but because there are indeed many things to be done today.After the alarm function was completed, Matthew was about to turn around and leave the room, but came to the door, stopped again, turned around and looked back, and saw Lan Li sitting on the bed, her shoulders drooping, her eyes still tight. The ground was closed, and halfway through waking up, he fell asleep again.Matthew couldn't help but shook his head gently, "I thought you would recognize the bed." This is a new home and a new bed. In a brand new environment, Lan Li always needs a little time to adapt; but obviously, this is an exception. Lan Li had no problems at all, and the quality of his sleep was so good that Matthew felt a little helpless."Huh?" Lan Li's voice came over in a low voice.Matthew shook his head lightly, but still patiently asked, "Len Li, do you need my help?" Otherwise, he felt that Lan Li might not be able to get up."Huh?" Lan Li raised his head slightly, but his chaotic brain couldn't think at all, and he couldn't hear Matthew's words clearly. After a pause, Lan Li went on to say, "I'm hungry. I want to drink porridge. "After uttering a few words without thinking, he lifted the quilt, closed his eyes and touched the bathroom, but this seemed a bit difficult, so that his footsteps were a little confused and he was walking around the bedside.Seeing Lan Li's childish behavior, Matthew had given up on vomiting and walked directly over, holding Lan Li's right hand, leading Lan Li into the bathroom, and then helping Lan Li squeeze toothpaste onto the toothbrush and stuff it into Lan Li. In Li's hands, he turned and left.After washing up, Chaos Brain finally wakes up a bit. Although he still feels that he hasn't slept enough, his strong self-control still controls himself. He came to the first floor in pajamas and could smell it from a distance. When it came to the taste of white porridge, Lan Li's mouth could not help but rise.I remember that when I was a child, Lanly had a high fever and couldn't eat anything. I just missed a mouthful of white porridge. But there was no such thing as white porridge in traditional British cuisine. After Philip told George and Elizabeth, they didn't care at all. He directly ignored Lan Li's difficult needs and left it to the doctor to deal with. In the end, Philip asked about the method of white porridge and cooked a pot for Lan Li himself.The magic is that I vomited what I ate before, but the porridge was swallowed; then, after covering up my sweat for one night, the high fever disappeared the next day.Later, when he was in middle school, Matthew once watched Philip tell the chef to make a white porridge for Lan Li. He also heard the allusion. When he was tired or sick or had no appetite, Lan Li always liked white porridge. Once I learned about Lan Li's weird preferences.But over time, it's not surprising.Now, Philip has officially become Lan Li's butler. He lives in the guest room on the northwest corner of the first floor, facing the garden, and has his own world. At the same time, Philip also hired a cook for Lan Li to be responsible for one day. With three meals, in just a week, the whole pace of life became routine, even more orderly than life in New York.Lan Li took a seat next to the dining table, motioned for the porridge in front of him with his eyes, and asked Matthew, "Do you need it?"Matthew pointed to the egg, salad and chicken breast in front of him, and expressed a friendly rejection-he was really not interested in white porridge."Master Lan Li, do you need to wear a formal suit today?" Philip appeared at the door of the restaurant and asked politely.The so-called formal suit is actually a complicated three-piece custom-made suit. The front of the shirt, sleeves, collar, cuffs, etc. are all distinguished. They need to be assembled one by one, and it is impossible to complete it by only relying on one person. If you are dressed, you must get help from others.Then Lan Li needs Philip's help.It's been a long, long time since Lan Li wears such a formal suit, because Hollywood doesn't need such a specification at all. Instead, it's too grand and triggers unnecessary discussions, even for Oscars. In addition to high-end parties, Lan Li spends all his time on performances. Occasionally leisure activities are also outdoor challenges. Suits are obviously not the best choice. He almost forgets the cumbersome and troublesome formal suits.The reason why Philip made such an inquiry could not be clearer: Today is the occasion when Renly returns to London, and George and Elizabeth may also appear. Does he need to be treated with the highest standards?"No, no." Lan Li answered directly without hesitation.Matthew added, "He decided to return to London in his own way, not the'other side' way." After speaking, Matthew cast a line of sight at Lan Li, which made Lan Li laugh happily and nodded. agree.Philip did not continue to persuade ~www.novelhall.com~ and simply agreed with Lan Li's decision, and then turned and left the restaurant.Matthew picked up the knife and fork and began to enjoy his breakfast, "What is your way? If you follow the usual Hollywood style, it is hat T, jeans and sneakers, breaking the shackles of regulations and keeping up with the changes of the times. Trend.""I don't mind." Lan Li shrugged slightly. "If the Garrick Club allows me to enter, I will have no problem at all. They may need a suit of armor to become a superhero, but I don't need it, remember. Am I an actor, this is the most powerful mask."Matthew couldn't help but chuckle: There seems to be no problem with this interpretation, and it is also very innovative, "I will let Andrea suggest to see, challenge the decadent rules of the past two centuries, break the taboo, and What could be more popular and powerful like this appearance?"Lan Li pursed the corner of his mouth, "I am not Margaret Thatcher, my contribution and influence are not so strong yet, otherwise, the royal family's honor will not be the result of that." Such self-deprecating made Matthew's smile even brighter. stand up.
