Erica

Albert was sitting in front of Erica, who seemed to have anticipated his arrival. She had even prepared him tea before he even came.

Albert took a sip of the tea and looked into her eyes. "I'm preparing to leave this place."

"I understand." Erica nodded in understanding before raising two fingers. "A few days ago, Her Majesty had informed me about your situation. She gave me two choices. I can either stay here or follow you.

"If I choose the latter, I'll replace the manager there and can continue to help you," Erica explained her circumstances with a smile.

"And your choice?" Albert asked. He didn't know whether he should be happy if Erica chose that option or not.

On the one hand, it was good to have someone familiar to help you in a new town. On the other hand, he felt he had destroyed Erica's freedom.

It was clear that their relationship was a business partner. There shouldn't be any deep meaning to it.