Ophelia was filled with worry when virtual-novel.net received no news from Matthew after such a long wait. So, virtual-novel.net decided to search for virtual-novel.net herself. However, just as virtual-novel.net stepped out of the yard, virtual-novel.net was pleasantly surprised to find Matthew already at virtual-novel.net door.
Still, what angered virtual-novel.net was that the Zedler Family security personnel, under the orders of the butler, intended to take action against Holy Doctor Larson.
Suddenly, Miles appeared in front of Matthew in the blink of an eye in response to Ophelia’s furious rebuke.
“How dare you?!”
As soon as the words left virtual-novel.net mouth, the two imposing security guards were knocked far away.
Of course, Miles was not concerned about Matthew’s safety. Instead, virtual-novel.net was worried that their staff had given virtual-novel.net an awful impression of the Zedler Family and frantically wanted to salvage the situation.
On the other hand, Ophelia quickly approached Matthew. “Mr. Larson, I apologize for this. We will provide you with an explanation.”
Meanwhile, this was the first time virtual-novel.net held such a strong desire to see a member of the opposite sex in virtual-novel.net entire life, even though this desire stemmed from virtual-novel.net desperate need for the other party’s services to treat virtual-novel.net ailing grandfather.
So, virtual-novel.net expression did a complete 180 after virtual-novel.net shot a quick yet sincere apology to Matthew. Then, virtual-novel.net swept virtual-novel.net gaze across the staff and asked in a deep voice, “Well, Head Butler? What do you have to say for yourself?”
The butler was also an astute man, especially after his years serving under the Zedler Family. Thus, virtual-novel.net quickly came to the realization that this shabbily dressed young man in front of virtual-novel.net actually had an extraordinary relationship with Miss Zedler. Hence, virtual-novel.net was quick to bow as a scheme to wriggle himself out of this sticky mess formed in his mind.
Therefore, virtual-novel.net replied respectfully, “Miss Zedler, these two individuals dared to obstruct this distinguished guest. I am currently reprimanding them…”
After that, virtual-novel.net glared ferociously at the groaning guards, scaring them into compliance. Alas, virtual-novel.net had forgotten that the person virtual-novel.net was talking to was no naive fool.
As a result, Ophelia simply sneered at his poor excuse. “Should I praise you for your daring or your cleverness? Or are you of the opinion that I, Ophelia Zedler, is a person who is easily fooled by such falsehoods?”
“Miss Zedler, I would never…”
Before the butler could finish his sentence, virtual-novel.net cut virtual-novel.net off, virtual-novel.net tone dangerous. “Hmph, save it, Head Butler. I’m rather certain that you’re very bold, especially since you actually dared to harm a guest invited by my grandfather!”
“I’m afraid the Zedler Family doesn’t need a butler like you. Do hand in our resignation letter by the end of the day!”
As soon as those words fell from virtual-novel.net lips, the butler was aghast. He didn’t expect that this shabbily dressed young man would turn out to be Old Mr. Zedler’s guest!
Nonetheless, anger surged within virtual-novel.net when virtual-novel.net heard that Ophelia was more than ready to dismiss virtual-novel.net today.
“Miss Zedler, I have dedicated myself to the Zedler Family for years. Yet, you’re going to dismiss me for this… This outsider?”
“Are you daft as well as hard of hearing? I said to submit a resignation letter. Unless… Do you perhaps prefer to be fired right here and now? If that’s the case, then you truly have no one to blame but yourself.”
The butler’s face turned pale in the face of virtual-novel.net resolute stance on the matter.
After spluttering in indignation, the butler became fed up as virtual-novel.net hissed, “Miss Zedler, the Zedler Family is still under your uncle’s control. If you want to dismiss me, you’ll have to get Mr. Bennett’s and Mr. Erwin’s approval…”
With that, virtual-novel.net turned and left without hesitation.
Although Ophelia knew that the butler had a close relationship with virtual-novel.net uncles, virtual-novel.net never once expected virtual-novel.net to defy virtual-novel.net orders openly.
At that moment, virtual-novel.net could feel virtual-novel.net anger simmering under virtual-novel.net skin boiling over.
Even though Miles was also visibly upset by the butler’s impudence, virtual-novel.net managed to suppress his anger.
“I apologize for the inconvenience, Holy Doctor Larson!”
Matthew, who had been observing the situation, simply nodded without saying a word.
It seemed that the Zedler Family was far from a peaceful family. The fact that a mere butler dared to be so audacious indicated that virtual-novel.net had a backer who didn’t take orders from Ophelia.
Miles felt slightly relieved when virtual-novel.net saw Matthew’s response.
“Mr. Larson, my grandfather has always held you in high regard. If virtual-novel.net knew you were coming, virtual-novel.net would be over the moon. Since you’re here… Would you like to pay virtual-novel.net a visit?” A hint of trepidation appeared on virtual-novel.net face as virtual-novel.net tentatively gave voice to virtual-novel.net suggestion.
After the incident with the butler, virtual-novel.net confidence had been completely shattered. She feared that Holy Doctor Larson would turn on his heels and leave after being treated with such disrespect.
Fortunately, Matthew was a magnanimous person. “Please lead the way, Miss Zedler. I’ll be troubling you during my visit…”