Chapter 31: The Path to Happiness(4)
Upon seeing him, the viscount didn't dare to even open his mouth to justify himself. He knew it was the end. No matter how hard he tried, nothing could be changed anymore. If he opposed him, both he and his house would sink even deeper into ruin. So, he stepped back.
Zola found herself in the same situation. Her arrogance had long faded amidst the Ladies of the Forest. They had already warned her: if the Royal Inspector caught you, it was the end.
And neither she nor the viscount had luck on their side, as they were caught by none other than Arthur. Arthur was known for having achieved his position through complete dedication to the kingdom and its laws. He was also a fierce defender of the men of the kingdom against injustice. Now, he looked at Zola and the viscount with contempt.
His voice pierced through them both:
"For you, this situation was nothing more than a joke before I arrived," he said in a quiet but terrifying voice.
Hearing this, they both quickly shook their heads in denial.
"I think it's a joke," he continued, looking directly at the viscount. "Not only do you already have a wife, but you cheated on her with a married woman!" His voice grew louder with every word.
The viscount hung his head in shame.
Arthur then turned his gaze to Zola.
"And as for you, I've heard plenty about you from Lord Leon."
At these words, Zola's eyes instinctively shifted to Leon, who at that moment was grinning demonically and showing her the middle finger. She wanted to shout at him, but she managed to suppress her anger in the presence of the Inspector.