Thomas was startled by an elderly voice; he turned around and saw it was Julia.

He quickly explained, "Oh, no, Old Madam Wickam. That was Mr. Wickam on the phone. I..."

Julia furrowed, and her expression turned serious.

"Thomas, you seemed really happy to get his call. Are you sure you're not...?"

Thomas looked at Julia's concerned face and didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

He waved his hands and assured her, "No, no, Old Madam Wickam. I'm definitely not the person you think I am. I was happy because Mr. Wickam told me he's currently with Ms. Benett and asked me to get them dinner!"

"Is that so?" Julia's skeptical gaze didn't waver, clearly showing that she didn't believe him.

Thomas assured Julia, "Of course, it's true, Old Madam Wickam. I've worked for Mr. Wickam for years; you know me better than anyone. I'm not gay, and I'm not interested in Mr. Wickam. I'm happy because I see him and Ms. Bennet getting closer!"

Julia was skeptical. After all, there had been no shortage of scandalous rumors about Gareth being gay before he married Elisa.

Thomas, "Hmm,

knew she had to do something to help Gareth and Elisa. They were meant to be together, and she wouldn't let anything

Thomas, and she saw that he was sincere. Being a caring elderly, Julia was concerned about Thomas too. She knew that Thomas had been

He had a good character and was a good kid. For that very reason, she couldn't just let it slide. So, she turned to Thomas and said, "You're not a kid anymore, Thomas. How come you're still

Thomas was startled.

not only was he misunderstood by Old Madam Wickam about his sexual orientation, but he also had to

to patiently explain, hoping to ease

prioritize my career now. That's why I haven't

nodded, understanding his perspective. "I see. In that case, would

guard once

potential disruption

Madam Wickam, let's forget about setting me up with someone. I think it's best if I go deliver the

If he let her come along to where Gareth and Elisa were, it would

And now you suddenly don't want me to come? I'm an old lady, but Thomas, don't you dare pull the wool

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