The first time he got drunk was on the day Glades Horne and Julia Bluen got married. He was overcome with sadness, so while he was helping to greet guests, he kept drinking and eventually got drunk.
This time, he passed out because of those two people again—because Julia was pregnant. His heart was happy for his brother but also sad for himself, so once more, he got drunk for their sake.
The night grew deeper, and after midnight, the number of people in the pub gradually decreased. Halton Hillraise saw James Horne slumped over the table and hurriedly walked over.
"'Fourth Young Master, Fourth Young Master, it's very late. You should go home. Why are you so drunk? I need to find someone to take you home; you can't drive in this state,' Halton Hillraise muttered, already looking for his own men to send James home.
"Julia... Julia... I... want her... want her..."
