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“Hello, Ms. Renadi,” Mike replied politely.

The other person was wearing a small crown on their head, making their identity self-evident.

Mike was naturally happy that Queen Renadi was willing to get to know him as a friend or elder.

Seeing Mike's clever look, Queen Renadi's expression became even more benevolent.

With his striking good looks, Mike is naturally easy to like at first glance. His clean black and white outfit today further accentuates his sunny, cheerful, and youthful energy.

This appearance is exactly what elders like, and it's likely to win them even more favor.

"You haven't had lunch yet, have you?" Queen Renadi asked.

Seeing Mike shake his head, she turned to the butler beside her and said, "Joe, go and prepare lunch for our guests."

Once only the three of them remained in the living room, Her Majesty the Queen formally introduced herself: "Mike, you should already know that I am Queen Renadi of Genovia. And Mia beside me is the future princess of Genovia."

Revealing your identity at this point will facilitate future communication.

Mia had been waiting for this moment.

She had been hiding behind her grandmother, constantly winking at Mike and making little gestures.

At this moment, she opened her eyes wide, trying to see a look of surprise on Mike's face.

This is a unique little hobby that girls have.

You know, she was a princess.

Mia was destined to be disappointed, but Mike didn't react much, remaining polite: "Yes, I already know. Queen Renadi... and Princess Mia."

"Sigh, how did you guess Grandma and my identities?" Mia's expression was somewhat regretful as she didn't see what she wanted to see.

“That Mr. Joe told me that at the door,” Mike replied.

Of course, this was a lie; he actually already knew Mia and the other person's identities on Monday.

"Really? That's so boring. How could Mr. Joseph tell you the answer beforehand?" Mia, unaware of the detection procedure at the door, felt a little resentful towards the butler.

"Alright, let's go have lunch." Queen Renadi, who knew everything, spoke up, not giving her granddaughter any more time to act foolishly.

In the restaurant, the butler had already prepared a sumptuous meal for the three of them.

Judging from its scale, it was clearly prepared according to the standards for a royal lunch.

"Please sit down~"

Queen Renadi arranged for Mike and the other man to sit facing each other on either side of the long dining table.

"Mike, if you can't reach some food, Mr. Joseph can get it for you." As the meal began, Mia glanced furtively at her grandmother at the head of the table and whispered a reminder to Mike across from her: "Just remember, don't let your butt get off the chair..."

This is the girl's experience after going through many painful memories.

At the same time, the girl also had some selfish motives; she really wanted Mike to leave a good impression on her grandmother.

“Okay, I understand.” Mike nodded, indicating to the girl that he knew.

Even if the other party hadn't reminded him, Mike already knew some royal dining etiquette.

Half an hour later, Mike, having eaten and drunk his fill, was once again led back to the living room by Queen Renadi.

"Mike, Mia is currently preparing to learn the Genovese royal dance. Would you be willing to learn with her?" Queen Renadi stated her purpose for the visit.

To put it bluntly, Queen Renadi just wanted someone to supervise Mia so that she could learn the skills a princess would need more quickly.

After all, there's not much time left before the Genovese royal family gathering.

If Mia hasn't learned how to be a real princess by that day, she may never have the chance to become one again.

Mia is not the only one in the Genovian royal family who is capable of becoming the heir to the kingdom.

Even some princes and ministers in the kingdom, for their own benefit, did not want the kingdom to have another princess.

“I’d be happy to help,” Mike replied with a smile to Mia in the living room.

Today, the girl had dressed up carefully, and wearing a beautiful evening gown, she looked just like a blooming rose.

“Very good, Joe, you will be in charge of teaching them Genovian dance…” After Queen Renadi had arranged everything, she went to sit down to the side.

Genovian royal dance is a variation of ballroom dancing.

There will also be a special ball at the Genovese royal family gathering three months later.

A proper princess needs to display her charm during the ball.

"Please place your hands on each other's waists and follow my instructions to take the dance steps..." Qiao transformed into a dance teacher.

[Dance Experience +5]...[Dance Experience +3]...

With the rehearsal sounds of "Big One, Big Two, Big One!", Mike quickly mastered the knack of the dance.

Mia, a "wild girl" from the countryside, showed her simple and honest side.

Even when moving in sync with her dance partner's steps, it's difficult for the girl to do so.

Chapter 289 Mia's Family

"Mia, don't overthink it, just follow my rhythm..." Mike reminded the girl after her instep had been stepped on countless times.

Genovia is a dance used to make friends at parties. It has a high degree of freedom, and you can dance it as long as you master the basic steps.

The girl is overdoing it now; she's too focused on her footsteps, to the point that she's lost her rhythm.

This is a case of the more you pay attention, the easier it is to make mistakes, and the more mistakes you make, the less you know how to proceed.

Vicious cycle~

"Sorry, I'll try my best." Mia, who had stepped on Mike's feet many times, looked embarrassed.

“It’s okay, you’ve done very well as a beginner.” Mike encouraged the girl and continued, “Now, you need to learn to enjoy the music and dance, relax your body…”

With Mike's hands-on guidance, the girl soon got the hang of it.

This novel experience filled the girl with joy.

It was at this moment that the girl noticed that, because of the dance, her face was very close to Mike's.

The warm afternoon sunlight shone through the glass window onto the boy, making him look as if he were draped in a holy light.

Handsome features, deep-set eyes, flawless skin...

If there are angels in the world, this is probably what they look like.

The girl was struck by the beauty filter, and a blush instantly rose on her cheeks.

Sunshine, music, dance...

With her mind cleared, Mia seemed to understand what Mike had said and began to enjoy the music and the dance.

Mr. Qiao, who was giving Mia pointers on her dance moves, quietly stepped aside as the girl got into the swing of things.

Leave the space to this pair, the young man and woman dancing.

After several more rounds of dancing, Queen Reina, sitting on the sofa, put away her doting smile and called a halt to Mike and the other person.

"Mia did a good job. Your dance lesson today is satisfactory." After affirming her granddaughter, Queen Renadi said to Mike, who was standing quietly to the side, "Mike, thank you for your help as well."

With Mike present, the girl's learning progressed significantly faster.

Afterwards, Her Majesty the Queen instructed Joe to prepare some small desserts and tea to entertain Mike and his companion.

Mr. Qiao escorted them out of the villa only after they had eaten and rested.

Standing at the entrance of the villa, Mia still felt a little unsatisfied.

The girl's daily progress in learning etiquette was strictly regulated. In the past, Mia needed to spend a lot of time to complete the tasks, and the process was very painful.

However, learning etiquette with Mike today made the girl realize that it wasn't actually that difficult.

"Mike, do you have any plans this afternoon? Would you like to come over to my house for a visit?" Mia happily extended the invitation.

So soon you're meeting my parents again?

During this week, Mike gained a basic understanding of the girl's family situation.

Because her parents divorced, Mia had a difficult childhood, having to make a living with her artist mother from a very young age.

Her mother, Ms. Helen, dreamed of becoming an opera dancer.

Lacking other survival skills, she had to give up her own dreams to raise her daughter and would take on sewing and mending jobs to supplement her family's income.

“Sure, I’m free this afternoon.” After a moment’s thought, Mike accepted the girl’s invitation.

This place isn't far from where Mia lives; it only takes about ten minutes to walk there.

So the two of them walked toward their destination.

Meanwhile, Mr. Joe, who had returned to the villa's living room, witnessed the Queen's dejected side.

It is always more difficult for a queen to govern a country than for a man. In public, she must always present herself as elegant and strong.

Therefore, for Reina Di, the position of Queen was more of a burden, or rather, a responsibility to the people.

"You've had a long day," Joe said, going behind the Queen and massaging her shoulders to help her relax.

After more than a decade of working together, Joe, the personal assistant, and the queen felt more like family.

Moreover, Her Majesty the Queen is aware of Joe's feelings.

However, as mentioned before, Queen Reynaldi's every word and action is under the scrutiny of the people, so she cannot do anything that would damage her status.

"Have they both left?" Queen Renadi didn't refuse Joe's massage; she chatted casually with her eyes closed. "What do you think of Mr. Mike?"

Joe and Queen Renadi had already investigated Mike's past.

What Her Majesty wants to ask now is, of course, Joe's feelings towards Mike after they met.

Actually, calling Mike over today was also for the purpose of observing and testing him.

"He's very handsome and outstanding... but I'm a little worried about whether Princess Mia can handle him..." Mr. Qiao commented.

Sometimes being too outstanding is also a mistake.

Joe could almost give Mike a perfect score for his performance today. However, considering Mike's problematic lifestyle, the butler couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.

It's a complex emotion that parents feel when they worry their younger generation will meet the wrong person.

Yes, Joe has accepted Princess Mia's identity and is treating her like a junior.

"That boy is indeed quite handsome, more outstanding than any prince I've ever met from other countries..." Queen Renadi smiled.

Mike made a very good first impression on the Queen today; he was clever, quick-witted, and knew how to conduct himself appropriately.

People with these qualities are at least not useless.

"What do you think about inviting Mr. Mike to study with Mia in the future?" Queen Renadi asked, having already made up her mind.

As a queen, Renardi knew that to become a qualified queen, one needed to go through many things, and emotions were an essential part of it.

With this understanding, it became much easier to determine one's attitude towards Mike.

"Your decision is fine..." Mr. Qiao smiled, guessing what the Queen was thinking.

Moreover, this talented butler had his own confidence; he firmly believed that with him helping to keep an eye on things, Princess Mia would not suffer any losses.

"Then it's decided. From now on, you'll be the one to invite them on weekends. If Mr. Mike is available during the week, you can also bring him and Mia over," Queen Renadi said, as if she had been relieved of a worry.

Transforming a country bumpkin into a princess from the inside out in just three months is obviously a very difficult task.

But Mike's actions today have shown the Queen a possibility.

It may be a bit impolite to say this, but Mike was indeed a very good tool for Mia to become a princess.

"As you wish, Your Majesty."

Seeing the relaxed expression on the Queen's face, Mr. Joe also smiled.

Then, Mr. Joe extended an invitation: "My Queen, may I have the honor of inviting you to dance?"

The Queen's job is not as easy as it seems to outsiders. She is always under pressure and needs some time to relax.

“Of course, you have the honor. And I haven’t danced in a long time either.” Queen Renadi glanced at the man who had been with her for more than ten years with a sigh, and then stood up gracefully.

The longest-lasting expression of love is to be there for someone.

After such a long period of companionship, it's simply impossible to say that Queen Renadi didn't have feelings for Mr. Joe.