Chapter 49: Annoying Pests
"Vintage! You old snake! You bit the moment you saw the chance!"Zolton's voice thundered through the hall outside Vintage's chamber.
He had just learned that Vintage had gone to the newly appointed Baron, offering to represent the city before the Academy officials. Though Zolton didn't yet know who this "Baron" was—if he had, he might have ended up bleeding on the floor already.
Vintage stepped out of his room, his posture straight and composed, eyes calm and unreadable.
"Young Master Zolton," he greeted evenly. "You misunderstand. At this crucial moment, the presence of a Baron is mandatory. I fear Lord Zerek might not return in time, and the situation could turn chaotic."
"What are you still calling me Young Master for?" Zolton roared, his face red with fury. "Didn't you just sell my house to a stranger?!"
Vintage's expression didn't waver."Young Master, he is merely the acting lord. The moment Lord Zerek returns, his position will be revoked."
