Chapter 295: Interlude: Between a Lover and a Pet (1)
Percus Manor, having just passed a significant hurdle, was now shrouded in silence. It was a brief moment of peace.
Soon, the agents from the Imperial Intelligence Agency would be dispatched and the entire territory would be under their watchful eyes. Many servants were burdened by this reality, whether they admitted it or not.
Of course, my parents felt the same.
Especially my mother, whose worries seemed to grow by the day.
Her concern revolved around one thing.
“I’m sorry, Ian… for causing you so much trouble.”
Her son nearly died.
Although everything turned out well, it was still a situation where the Imperial Intelligence Agents were dispatched due to the crime committed.
Even though protection was part of their purpose, it was impossible to feel entirely at ease under surveillance. Besides, my mother was not well-versed in the ways of the world.