Chapter 1136

Hazel had just guided the unsteady Frederick back to their quiet courtyard when trouble arrived—Dennis and a small entourage of clan guards appeared at the gate, cutting off the only exit. The moment Dennis spotted Fisher standing sentry at the entrance, the glint in his eyes dimmed and his entire demeanor shifted. He quickly smoothed out the cold calculation on his face and replaced it with a syrupy, obsequious smile. “Ah, Dennis,” he called out cheerfully, “I take it our young master has returned on his own?” Fisher’s expression didn’t shift an inch. He stood tall and stony, arms crossed over his broad chest. “Yes,” he said simply. “The young master is back.” Dennis’s smile faltered for half a heartbeat. A flicker of annoyance passed through his eyes, but he kept up the act. “That’s excellent news! When we discovered he was no longer in the clan leader’s courtyard, it caused no small panic. The clan leader was beside himself!” “We appreciate your concern,” Fisher replied with measure