Chapter 1996

"Mr. Atkinson ordered that no one is to enter. Please forgive me, Mr. Bowman." The servant hesitated but still blocked Sterling's path. Because if Manfred found out they had disobeyed his orders, their fate would be horrible. But something about Sterling was off today. Why was he so insistent on entering Manfred's room? With all the beauties he had at his side, why was he so fixated on the one that Manfred had just brought back? It made no sense. Sterling's expression darkened. The servant quickly lowered his head, not daring to meet Sterling's gaze. Inside the room, Vivian took a deep breath. She tightened her grip on the dagger, remaining on full alert. She was afraid the servant outside wouldn't be able to stop Sterling. Just as Sterling's shadow appeared before the door and was about to push it open, a cold voice suddenly rang out. "What are you doing here?" It was Manfred's voice. Sterling clearly hadn't expected Manfred to return so soon. He let out a