The butler's words successfully added elements of love and death to this family ethics drama.
However, the old man himself is a collection of contradictions.
On one hand, he felt sympathy for the young lady's plight; on the other hand, he understood the consequences of defying the patriarch's orders more than anyone else.
"So, you came up with a compromise."
Ethan crossed his arms and leaned against the wall, "You know the Magic Masters at Fireplace Bay won't accept such whimsical commissions, thus bringing her here is a way to comfort one's conscience for trying."
This is human nature, he doesn't intend to blame the other party, but this deal seems doomed not to be finalized. Although he very much needs the town's invitation letter, Old Sen's magic scroll is just in the starting phase, it's time to establish a reputation. Once he completes this commission, the butler's fate might not be too pleasant.
