Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
After Butler Chen concluded his remarks, he discreetly observed Su Binâs reaction, while Qin Zhenzhen also kept a watchful eye on Butler Chen.
Following a brief period of silence, Su Bin displayed a helpless expression and explained, âItâs not that we wish to disregard our familial ties. We simply arenât eager to rush into the Marquis Mansion.â
âBut do you have any specific concerns? Can you share them with me?â Su Bin inquired.
Butler Chen had an air of ambiguity about his true identity; both Su Bin and
Qin Zhenzhen sensed that he held a distinct status within the Marquis Mansion. Despite his title as the butler, there was a strong possibility that he served as an aide to the Marquis, evident from his demeanor.
Qin Zhenzhen exerted herself to recall the details of the original storyline. Had
Butler Chen played any role when Su Bin interacted with the Marquis Mansion? However, regardless of how hard she strained her memory, she could not recollect any mention of Butler Chen. Ultimately, she concluded that in Su Binâs interactions with the Marquis Mansion, Butler Chen should not have been present. Otherwise, a person as astute as him would have certainly been documented in the book.
The explanations Butler Chen had offered to the Marquis initially seemed more like a diversionary tactic designed to deceive Su Bin.
However, Qin Zhenzhen couldnât help but perceive Su Bin as equally shrewd. She had a hunch that he had his sights set on the Marquis Mansionâs wealth. If she was correct, he might be on the verge of acquiring great riches in a matter of days.
Curious, Su Bin questioned Butler Chen, âMr. Chen, how long have you served in the Marquis Mansion?â
Butler Chen responded, âItâs been nearly three years.â
Qin Zhenzhen found this revelation surprising and remarked, âIn such a relatively short period?â
Could he have earned the Marquisâs trust in such a short span?
Butler Chen responded with an air of indifference, âMy father once incurred a debt to the Marquis and made a promise to serve in the Marquis Mansion for twenty years. Unfortunately, my father passed away three years ago, and I am fulfilling his commitment on his behalf.â
Intrigued, Qin Zhenzhen couldnât resist asking again, âHow long did your father work in the Marquis Mansion?â
Butler Chen, who had already conducted a background check on Qin Zhenzhen, had initially intended to discuss this matter privately with Su Bin. However, Su Bin had brought her along, considering Qin Zhenzhenâs background and the rumors surrounding her husbandâs wealth. Therefore, he didnât object to her presence.
However, her two questions had struck a chord, causing him to reevaluate Qin Zhenzhen. Still, being a man, he couldnât openly scrutinize her.
After briefly casting a glance at Qin Zhenzhen, he replied, âMy father served in the Marquis Mansion for seventeen years.â
Qin Zhenzhenâs understanding deepened.
It now made sense why there was no mention of him in the original book; he had likely left the Marquis Mansion before Su Binâs dealings with it. A person as astute and capable as him wouldnât have stayed at the side of the Old Marquis unless bound by his fatherâs promise.
To confirm her assumption, Qin Zhenzhen asked once more, âAfter fulfilling your fatherâs commitment, do you intend to leave the Marquis Mansion, Mr.
Chen?â
Butler Chen shifted his gaze to Su Bin and inquired, âMust I answer this question?â
Su Bin pressed on, saying, âIf you want to know my concerns, I also want to understand you. This question isnât too intrusive, is it?â
Butler Chen smiled and replied, âNo, itâs not.â
The young master standing before him undeniably stood out from the other young masters residing in the Marquis Mansion.
If, in the future, the Marquis Mansion were to be entrusted to those typical young masters, he would unquestionably seek his departure from the estate.
However, if the young master before him were inclined to reclaim his position as the Marquis Mansionâs heir, he might contemplate whether to remain or depart..