"I don't mind telling you that I actually do have connections that could smooth things over for you concerning Sophie Baker's situation…"
Upon hearing this, James Campbell's face suddenly lit up with joy, ready to say something, but he heard the Old Master continue:
"However, don't get your hopes up. Why would I use my connections on such shameful matters, not afraid of tarnishing my own reputation?"
The Old Master's scolding caused James Campbell's heart to tremble once again, and he felt even more desperate.
He had been running around all day, and the officials either avoided him outright or, if they did meet with him, simply exchanged pleasantries. No matter how he hinted, they just wouldn't take the bait.
And many of these people he sought out were former subordinates of the Old Master. They would definitely help if the Old Master just said the word, so why wouldn't he help?
