Chapter 198
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Indeed, it seems now isnt the right time. And since Sir Raymond has done a favor for me, Im fine with leaving it at that.
The servant stayed silent. Truthfully, he knew that if Gueuze had gotten close to Carynne, he would be so overwhelmed by desire that he wouldnt know what to do. But, well, he was in no position to say such a thing.
I shall take my leave.
Very well. By the way, what did Verdic say? How did he feel about his ten chests of gold becoming property of the state?
He did not say anything.
He must be very proud, working for the state. How rewarding that must be.
Gueuze laughed heartily, delighted beyond measure. He liked this kind of thing. Seeing a trusting face twist into despair.
Whispering into the ear of his dying son that Sir Raymond has betrayed you was a very enjoyable thing to do.
Smiling and saying You only have one son left now to a grieving father was incredibly satisfying.
And the fact that his accomplice was none other than Raymond himself was, truly, almost happiness.