Chapter 1986

At that moment, everyone had sobered up. They all knew what kind of man Manfred was. After exchanging glances, they silently chose to leave. Only Sterling lagged behind. Just as he reached the door, he grabbed a servant by the collar, his voice dark and low. "What's going on with Manfred? Has he been like this the past few days?" Ever since Manfred fell into the water, they hadn't come to see him. No one had hosted any banquets either. Today was their first time visiting him since the accident. But today's Manfred felt off. At first glance, he seemed the same. Yet something was different. He wasn't indulging in women the way he used to. He was still seeking women, but— "Ever since Mr. Atkinson fell into the water, he's been different. He's been searching for the woman from the painting. But none of the women brought to him have satisfied him," the servant answered cautiously. Sterling narrowed his eyes, deep in thought. But after a brief moment, he let go of the servant and fo