Chapter 175

Gregory stood up, his tone suddenly even more respectful. "Would you mind having this conversation somewhere more private?" Without hesitation, Lionel followed him into the study. Watching them leave, Alexander leaned over and whispered, "Who exactly is your master?" Elizabeth didn't even turn her head. "If he ever wants people to know his background, I'll let you know." Everyone was caught in awkward silence, at a total loss about what to do next. Elliot patted Chloe on the shoulder, quietly slipping out of the room with her. "You think it's really okay to leave Elizabeth there alone?" Chloe looked a bit worried. Sure, her master was here—but still, this was the Prescotts' place. "You should be worrying about yourself," Elliot replied helplessly. Lionel didn't just come back for Elizabeth's marriage, he obviously also has stuff to settle with us. If we can disappear quietly, we better do it fast. Meanwhile, Elizabeth was sweating bullets. Her master's sudden appearance was already a h