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.

to Thomas,

was gay or not, Julia knew she had to do something to help Gareth and Elisa. They were meant to be together,

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

knew he had been working faithfully and diligently at Gareth's side all these years. 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

Thomas was startled.

he misunderstood by Old Madam Wickam about his sexual orientation, but

no choice but to patiently explain,

my career now.

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

off guard

resignedly, dreading the potential disruption

someone. I think it's

the food. If he let her come along

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

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