Chapter 183: A Stormy Night
There’s a storm outside. The rain beat down harshly as the wind howled mercilessly. The night was dark and the sense of gloom that spread through the atmosphere was suffocating. Reiner looked outside through a window of one of the mansion’s large and long hallways. It was just a hunch, but he had a sense of foreboding. Lucien never called him for a private talk about anything pleasant. This time would be no different.
“Master Lucien,” Reiner said formally before bowing professionally.
Reiner stood tall in front of Lucien’s work desk to answer to the summon from his master. As always, the atmosphere in Lucien’s office was tense as both men eyed each other.
“Thanks for coming, Reiner,” Lucien said casually before putting down the file he had been reading.
“Yes, Master Lucien,” Reiner replied.
“No need to act so formal. I know you don’t respect me much...” Lucien stated emotionlessly.
“It’s part of the job, Sir,” Reiner replied, his tone as formal as before.
“So, I was right. You don’t respect me at all,” Lucien replied with a small chuckle.
“How can I be of service, Master Lucien,” Reiner inquired, getting straight to the point.
“I guess it’s hard...working for someone who you once tried to kill...” Lucien continued as he narrowed his eyes at Reiner. If Reiner was shocked at Lucien’s words, he did not let it show.
“It’s part of the job, Sir,” Reiner repeated flatly, unfazed by Lucien’s words.