Lord Protector Novel

Lacey’s face was flushed as she nervously fidgeted.

Should I drink it or not? But I can’t drink. I’ll be drunk after a glass of white wine. It’ll be embarrassing for me to be drunk in such a formal occasion, right? But if I don’t drink, Clyde won’t let me off. The Thisleton’s might even think that I’m insulting them. How can I salvage the situation if that happens?

Zeke knew that Clyde was putting Lacey in a tight spot on purpose.

Fury coursed through his veins.

Just as he was about to say something, Julian’s voice sounded from behind, “That’s enough, Clyde. It’s just a minor matter. Did you have to exaggerate it in this way? Since Lacey can’t drink, don’t force her to. I’ll drink on her behalf. I’m sure that’s fine, right? Come, Clyde, let’s drink.”

Lacey looked at Julian in disbelief.

She somewhat had a hand in causing him crippled.

He had been hoping for her to die all along.

Why is he suddenly helping me today?

Since Julian had spoken up, Clyde could not do anything but to let Lacey off.

She sighed in relief at her escape.

Ares laughed, “It seems like Julian has learned his lesson. It’s good that he learns from his mistake.”

Zeke mumbled, “I’m afraid he has other plans in mind. A leopard can’t change its spots.”

Ares sighed, “I can’t believe the Great Marshal is so petty and unforgiving. Can’t you see that he has turned over a new leaf?”

With that, The Great Marshal and Ares were engaged in a war of words again.

The dinner ended after all the dishes were served.

Ares stood up and said, “Alright, return to your rooms and rest early. Don’t miss tomorrow’s ancestral-praying ceremony. Those who are absent or late without reason will be kicked out of the family.”

It was obvious in Ares’ speech that he prioritized the family’s praying ceremony.

Soon, the crowd dispersed.

Ares walked up to Lacey and said, “Lacey, stay over at the Thisleton Manor tonight. Tomorrow will be your first prayer, and you’ll have to rest well before it. It’ll be less tiring for you to stay here for the night instead of coming back here tomorrow morning.”

“Okay.” Lacey nodded in agreement.

After all, it was only for one night. It would be over soon before she knew it.

“Come. I’ll show you to your room.” Ares led Zeke and Lacey toward the guest rooms

On their way there, Zeke received a call from Cygnus Room.

After ending the call, Zeke hurriedly said to Lacey, “Lacey, I’m sorry. I have some important things to deal with right now. I’m afraid I won’t be able to keep you company tonight.”