Secrets

"Stop denying!" Casey hastily interrupted Cedric, fearing he might spill the beans and expose her and Thompson. "If you admit your mistake honestly, we'll speak on your behalf in front of Beta Louis. Considering your many years of service to the castle, you won't have to return the money, and this matter won't be made public. We'll announce that you've retired."

"Alright, I admit it was my fault. Thank you for interceding on my behalf," Cedric glanced at me and with some difficulty, managed to get those words out. Despite his reluctance, he accepted the blame to save his pockets.

I stood behind, silently watching their performance, marveling at their cunning.

After Cedric was dismissed, I recommended Elaine to fill the vacancy as the new Internal Affairs Director.

In the evening, Sebastian and I had a date by the heart-shaped lake about a hundred meters in front of our castle. The lake got its name from its roughly heart-shaped form. The cool moonlight poured from the sky, illuminatin