Damian met Toby shortly after lunch. He found the young man seated on the floor, eating from a plate placed before him. The moment Toby noticed the Duke approaching, he hurriedly got to his feet and set the plate on the nearby table.
"Your Grace," he said, bowing deeply.
"You should finish your meal first. Then come to the garden and see me," Damian instructed before turning away.
Toby quickly returned to his food. He finished the remaining meal as fast as he could, picked up the empty plate, and stepped outside. A servant was passing through the corridor, and Toby handed the plate to him before looking around uncertainly.
"Excuse me. May I know which way leads to the garden?" he asked.
"Follow me."
The deep voice made Toby turn. Maurice was standing a short distance away, waiting for him. Toby immediately hurried after him without asking any further questions.
