Chapter 356: No one can stand before me
Venus stood outside Odin’s imposing residence, her eyes lingering on the name engraved on the board by the gate. She stepped down from the carriage, a cloud of dust rising as the wheels began to turn again.
The chauffeur, having been paid handsomely, tipped his hat and drove off, leaving her alone in the quiet street. She had deliberately chosen a local carriage, not wanting to draw any unwanted attention to her visit.
The mansion loomed before her, its tall iron gates flanked by two stern-looking guards who surveyed the grounds with practiced vigilance. Their eyes narrowed as they spotted her approach, their postures stiffening at the sight of an unfamiliar figure.
"Is Odin inside?" Venus asked them.
The guards exchanged a quick glance, their expressions a mix of confusion and suspicion. One of them, a tall man with a grizzled beard, stepped forward.
"Y-yes, Lord Odin is inside," he replied, caught off guard by her directness. "But... what is a human doing here? I think the Young Lady should go away," he added in a wary tone. It was clear he found her presence here unusual, perhaps even troubling.
"Tell your lord that Venus Wilson is here," she instructed, her tone leaving no room for hesitation. "He knows me well. It’s an urgent matter that needs his immediate attention."
The first guard, still wary but more composed, raised an eyebrow at the mention of her name. Before he could respond, the second guard, recognizing the significance of the name, stiffened in surprise. Without a word, he spun on his heel and hurried into the mansion, his footsteps echoing against the stone pathway.
As the gates creaked open, the first guard stepped aside, bowing slightly as he gestured for her to enter. His earlier suspicion had softened into a mix of respect and curiosity.