C273 The Secret Was Hidden

William nodded and approached the woman, saying, "Things aren't as you imagine. I haven't betrayed His Lordship."

The woman responded icily, "Lies. If you hadn't betrayed His Lordship, why bring a stranger here?"

William replied calmly, "Because His Lordship has passed away, and he is to be the new Overlord of Kilvein. The castle has been laid to waste by a monster. Surely