Lambert couldn’t deny it. He simply chuckled and asked, “What do you think?”

The butler maintained a stern expression. “In a short while, Miss Linda will be visiting Citadel. If you have any

affections for a lady outside, it would be preferable to keep her at arm’s length.”

Lambert scoffed, “She’s the fiancée my father chose, not me. I never agreed to it!”

“The value of your opinion is negligible!” the butler retorted.

As Lambert continued walking inside, he abruptly turned at the butler’s words, giving the seemingly respectful

yet controlling butler a cold smile. “I finally understand why dad sent you to be by my side.”

“Oh?” The butler looked up, puzzled.

“Because,” Lambert said with a malicious grin, “my dad must despise you as well!”

Unperturbed, the butler replied, “The Brennan family creed is clear – better to be a loyal servant scorned by the

master than a sycophant.”

Speechless, Lambert sighed. “Rest assured, she’s not my woman. She’s my new bodyguard.”

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more bewildered. “Do you lack

few days, I am having a meeting in

unthreatening by my side to handle matters for me,” Lambert explained with

gaze.

was doubtful of Lambert’s choice. “Is she capable of

Her skills, patience, and

excellent bodyguard.”

on. “Even if she knows

investigate

good looks,

charm her

sighed, changing the subject. “Earlier today, the old master

collaboration with Zion.”

demeanor vanished, replaced by a serious tone. “We can’t make a decision yet. I need

in person before

into a third-floor guest

she could survey most of the estate’s grounds

beyond.

a knock on her door. It was a servant bringing her

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