Chapter 175

Chapter 175

How many servants are here right now?

Im the only one.

Thats strange.

Its not a big problem because there arent many people to serve.

Ha.

Verdic seemed to be growing more suspicious as time went on.

Even to herself, it didnt sound entirely normal. Carynne was relieved that she was at least wearing her maids uniform. If she had been wearing something more extravagant, the situation would have been even more complicated.

So, did Sir Raymond officially hire you, Young Miss?

Well I dont really know.

Do you think its reasonable for you not to know about it when its your own issue?

I dont have any memories of signing a contract.

So, we cant even say youre a maid. Youre just a slave.

After all, Carynne wasnt originally employed here. Carynne made an effort to appear as insignificant as possible. She had to divert as much attention away from herself as possible. Verdic seemed to be getting increasingly irritated, but she had no choice but to avoid giving straightforward answers.

Do you think it makes sense for two adults to live together in a place like this without a contract? No one would do that if theyre in their right minds.

Well, Raymond was a bit like that. Carynne initially agreed but then hesitated and countered.

Lord Raymond is my benefactor. Please dont speak ill of him.

A person with a sound mind wouldnt handle things this way. If you want to show kindness, you should do it properly and take her back to her home. Just leaving her at home like this

Verdic was criticizing Raymond in terms of morality. Carynne had to stifle a laugh at how absurd the situation was.

He seemed to have the predilection for meddling in everything ever since Isella disappeared.

Since when have you known Sir Raymond? And have there been any strange incidents or other women involved?

I dont know.

But Carynne understood Verdic. She was also very well aware of the weight of the axe he wielded.

Should I kill him?

Carynne thought about the traps at the entrance. Raymond had set numerous traps in the mansion.

Verdic and Carynne had never had a positive relationship.

Since they had already met, excising him from the story might be the way.

Before Verdic could kill her, she should kill him first.

Its possible.

She hadnt done it before because of fear. She hadnt done it before because she didnt have the opportunity.

Carynne looked around. Verdic was following her.

He was a well-built middle-aged man, but if she used traps instead of going into direct combat, even someone relatively weak like herself might succeed.

This time, she might succeed in her revenge.

Carynne looked at the large front door before her.

Carynne felt her palms getting slightly sweaty.

With a creaking sound, the door opened. Verdic looked inside from behind and spoke slowly.

The inside of the house seems quite different from before.

The plan to kill Verdic in one go was a failure.

She had expected her to come alone, and she seemed nervous as well. What could she do? With a composed face, Carynne addressed Verdic.

Sir.

Im Verdic Evans. I dont know how long youll pretend not to know, Young Miss.

Ah Yes Mister Verdic. If you wait here, I will inform Lord Raymond.

Very well. Ill wait.

Verdic stood in the hallway and replied. There was not just one trap. And when dealing with many people, there was a certain way to handle them. Carynne clasped her hands together and asked as if she were a real maid.

Shall I bring you some tea?

Please do.

The aide replied willingly, staring directly at Carynnes face and smiling brightly. Carynne also smiled back at him and turned her head to Verdic.

However, Verdic did not smile. He shook his head with a displeased expression.

No, I dont need any.

Mister Verdic.

Lind, be quiet. Just notify Sir Raymond of my arrival first.

Yes Understood.

Mister Verdic, its not advisable to act like this. You came here without even informing Sir Raymond Saytes

Lind.

The aide fell silent.

She turned and walked away. She needed to inform Raymond and figure out what to do. With Raymond, they should be able to easily eliminate three or four people. They had to be eliminated.

Carynne couldnt understand why Raymond hadnt dealt with Verdic first. She needed to vent her frustrations somehow.

* * *

Strange.

Verdic glared at the redheaded woman.

Theres just the two of them alone in this barons residence? Did that even make sense? It was clear they were hiding something.

Verdic Evans clenched his fist. Doubts started creeping in.

His daughter had disappeared. Without a trace.

Raymond Saytes was supposed to be attending a scholarly conference hosted by Countess Solia right about now.

Dont think about strange things. Dont. Youre not sure yet.

Mister Verdic Evans, isnt it? Its been a long time.

Raymond Saytes was looking down at him from the staircase, wearing a casual smile.