"I'm here today only to tell you this, as for the rest, do whatever you want. If you want to get engaged, then do it. If I refuse to marry, marry whoever you've arranged!"
As he finished speaking, he turned to leave.
Old Master Lawrence, usually composed, finally showed a crack in his demeanor. His ancient eyes narrowed sharply, and he forcefully knocked his dragon-head cane on the ground, "Insolence!"
In response, Baron Lawrence didn't look back!
For the first time in his life, Old Master Lawrence had been so openly challenged. His face darkened instantly, and he commanded in a deep voice, "Close the door! I didn't say anyone could leave, let me see who dares to!"
"Yes."
More than a dozen bodyguards quickly surrounded him. The villa's door slammed shut with a thud!
"Move aside!"
Baron Lawrence's face darkened. He pushed the bodyguards blocking his way and reached for the doorknob, only to find the door was locked from the outside.
