Sylas promptly bowed, as if deeply moved. "My lord, your mercy is boundless! I am grateful you would forgive my retainer's mistake."
"Think nothing of it. Anyone can make such mistakes when they're drunk."
"You're even extending this mercy without any compensation! I'm truly awed by your generosity!"
The baron's face twitched as he forced a smile. Is this brat trying to drive me to my wit's end on purpose? Once the absurd charade ended, the baron slumped back into his seat, visibly drained, while Sylas returned to a calm demeanor, as if the whole scene had never happened.
"I have something to discuss with you," the baron finally said.
"If it's about Toby's actions…"
"That's forgiven. I meant what I said."
"Very well. What is it you wish to discuss?"
