William was not aware of the familial relationship between Lyle and Ralph.
Yet he was also surprised by Lyle's bold actions. Having known him for just a few hours, the Lyle he knew was an ordinary man who abided by the rules and was obedient to Ralph. Could it be that as soon as the demon left, his true nature was revealed? Of course, this was exactly what William wanted.
Just waiting around for someone else's instructions wasn't his preference. Could fifty yules erase the humiliation he had suffered? Being respectful to Ralph was just bowing to the realities of life, but he was a wizard, after all. How could he be bound by reality? While he was pondering how to get rid of Lyle, as sleep came, there was a pillow delivered to him, a golden opportunity.
Of course, he had to act a bit.
"Is that okay, Lyle? Mr. Ralph's orders weren't to act on our own initiative," he said.
