Chapter 246: Money from the Marquis Mansion
After Butler Chen concluded his remarks, he discreetly observed Su Bin’s reaction, while Qin Zhenzhen also kept a watchful eye on Butler Chen.
Following a brief period of silence, Su Bin displayed a helpless expression and explained, "It’s not that we wish to disregard our familial ties. We simply aren’t eager to rush into the Marquis Mansion."
"But do you have any specific concerns? Can you share them with me?" Su Bin inquired.
Butler Chen had an air of ambiguity about his true identity; both Su Bin and Qin Zhenzhen sensed that he held a distinct status within the Marquis Mansion. Despite his title as the butler, there was a strong possibility that he served as an aide to the Marquis, evident from his demeanor.
Qin Zhenzhen exerted herself to recall the details of the original storyline. Had Butler Chen played any role when Su Bin interacted with the Marquis Mansion? However, regardless of how hard she strained her memory, she could not recollect any mention of Butler Chen. Ultimately, she concluded that in Su Bin’s interactions with the Marquis Mansion, Butler Chen should not have been present. Otherwise, a person as astute as him would have certainly been documented in the book.
The explanations Butler Chen had offered to the Marquis initially seemed more like a diversionary tactic designed to deceive Su Bin.
However, Qin Zhenzhen couldn’t help but perceive Su Bin as equally shrewd. She had a hunch that he had his sights set on the Marquis Mansion’s wealth. If she was correct, he might be on the verge of acquiring great riches in a matter of days.
Curious, Su Bin questioned Butler Chen, "Mr. Chen, how long have you served in the Marquis Mansion?"
Butler Chen responded, "It’s been nearly three years."
Qin Zhenzhen found this revelation surprising and remarked, "In such a relatively short period?"
Could he have earned the Marquis’s trust in such a short span?