Chapter 20

In the study, Arthur stood in front of the window with a cigar in his hand. Through the glass, he enjoyed the beautiful scenery of the manor in the setting sun. Paul, the housekeeper sitting in front of the computer, became extremely surprised from the initial curiosity and query to the novel on the computer.

To tell you the truth, Paul, the housekeeper, did not expect that the young earl, who seemed to have developed limbs and a little simple mind, could write an English noble novel, and it was still so attractive.

The background of the story is set in the 1910s, which is the reign of King George v. the story revolves around the "Downton Manor", which symbolizes status and upper class society. Everyone in the story has more or less a variety of connections with Downton manor. The story begins with the various disputes caused by the inheritance rights of the Earl of Grantham's family, interspersed with each hero's love disputes.

However, what makes steward Paul care and value most is undoubtedly that the content of the story is the story between the nobles and the servants, showing the various human situations of the nobles and servants under the strict hierarchical system at that time, interspersed with kinship, love and friendship, which can help people understand the micro relationship between the aristocracy and the servant class and the common people of that era Wonderful relationship.

The servants are conscientious, self-contained or secretly obstructed, scheming and trying to win the favor of their masters. This relationship of mutual support, utilization and confrontation between master and servant has been able to attract Paul deeply, and is bound to be very dramatic.

What's more exciting to Paul, the housekeeper, is that many of the contents and details of the story are in Arthur's hospital. He tells about the history of the Boleyn family, some details of aristocratic etiquette, various family banquets, gatherings, and inviting all kinds of celebrities. The description of luxurious and extravagant scenes is almost based on his description.

Of course, what attracts the attention of butler Paul is not only the plot, but also all the details of the noble's daily life. Among them, the luxurious aristocratic costumes and exquisite furnishings described in the text have left a deep impression. This is not only a novel, but also a palace of British classical art.

"Hoo --"

with excitement, the housekeeper Paul stood up from his seat, tidied up his clothes, went to Arthur who had turned around and looked at him with a smile. He bowed respectfully, "count, please accept my admiration for your talent. It's incomparable. I really didn't expect that you should write a novel about the history of the Boleyn family So wonderful

"Oh, thank you." Seeing the butler Paul's reaction, Arthur's smile became very bright. To tell the truth, he didn't have much confidence in the level of English language expression. After all, he was not as proficient as the Chinese language. He also felt a little pompous about some of the expressions and gorgeous words in the article, so he also hoped to find someone to help him.

"Paul, it's thanks to the Boleyn family history you told me. Otherwise, I would not have this idea. Do you think there are any defects or opinions after you read it? After all, this is my first time to write a novel. "

"Count, I really think it's very well written. You are a great surprise

At this moment, butler Paul's heart is undoubtedly very excited. No one is shocked. He thought that a bastard who only knew how to make trouble and rebel had such talent.

"No, no, Paul, you must help me find problems. This novel, which I want to serialize in the southern daily echo, will eventually be published in a volume. Therefore, it is very important to me. This is my first time to write a novel. How can it be so perfect?" Said Arthur, with a serious look.

Looking at the count's serious face, steward Paul first opened his mouth, didn't say anything, but slightly frowned and began to think carefully. After a moment, he looked at Arthur with bright eyes, and said with a respectful smile: "if you have to say there is any defect, it is that your description of the relationship between master and servant is too open-minded, and the mode of getting along is even like that of friends In the feudal context of such a monarchy, it is against the reality

"Well As soon as Arthur heard this, he couldn't help frowning. Sure enough, some professional people can see the problem at a glance. It seems that he still needs to consult the British aristocratic encyclopedia in front of him.

"Any more?"

Hearing Arthur's further questioning, the butler Paul's eyes flashed, and he thought of a question that had been a little questionable from the beginning. "Count, since it is a novel based on the history of the Boleyn family, why not call it Boleyn manor directly?"

"Pa!"

Arthur patted his forehead with some chagrin. He shook his head and said with a smile, "yes, why don't you call it Boleyn manor?"

Obviously, if you want to package and promote Bolin manor, isn't it better to use this name directly?

Damned inertia!

It seems that I still have a lot to change, whether it is the problem of vision, or to break the ideological shackles and habitual thinking formed by the mature world outlook and values that have been formed for a long time.

He is no longer the ordinary man who can only eat and drink. His identity, status and wealth have changed dramatically. The depression and tension brought about by the previous thought that he was a "underdog" disappeared after he learned that the manor was worth 40 million pounds."Thank you for reminding me. Call it Boleyn manor." Arthur made a decision without hesitation, and then went on: "Paul, can you tell me more about the etiquette and precautions of the old aristocracy? I need a more detailed understanding to avoid the mistake of common sense Xing again in the plot. "

"It's a great honor to be able to help you." Paul, the housekeeper, said with a smile that he was very optimistic and expected that the new count could complete this novel about the Boleyn family. He seemed to see that the Boleyn family once again flourished because of the contemporary owners.

In the study, Arthur and steward Paul sat on the sofa, drinking black tea, leisurely and seriously began to explore, one of them told the story, one absorbed in learning knowledge, to accumulate their own knowledge reserves.

When all attention is focused on one thing, time is completely ignored, just like Arthur and Paul, the butler. If the waiter didn't knock on the door and told him dinner time was up, their conversation would not be interrupted.

It has to be said that the encyclopedia title of butler Paul is really not casual. In the process of conversation, when talking about some historical stories of the Bolin family, he can even leave and stand up, walk to the bookshelf, and directly find some precious notes for Arthur to read and verify.

"Thank you, Paul. It really helped me a lot." Closing a note on the old sheepskin cover in his hand, Arthur sincerely thanks.

"It is my pleasure to serve you, count." Paul, the housekeeper, was very happy. He could breathe a sigh of relief. The young count did not seem to want to sell his ancestral property.

"Count, it's time for dinner. Please have dinner."

"Well." Arthur looked at the time. It was already 8:30 p.m. and he was a little hungry. The main reason was that he had drunk too much tea. "I'll change my clothes, and I'll be right there."

"I'll check it out in the restaurant first, and I'll be waiting for you." Said Paul, the Butler, leaning over with a smile.

"Thank you, Paul. It's great to have you around." Arthur was not stingy with his praise.

"It's my best compliment and it's my pleasure to serve you and the Boleyn family." Paul, the housekeeper, was very pleased and excited about Arthur's praise. What he worried most was that the young count would reject and misunderstand him because of his advice or suggestions. Now it seems that these worries are a little groundless.

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