He suddenly panicked and blurted out, "I, I didn't mean it that way, Miss Hilveld. I meant that there are plenty of opportunities for the ship, no need to dwell on these matters."
Pfft—
Seeing his awkwardness, Hilveld couldn't hold back her laughter.
It was only then that Fang Hong, startled, looked up and saw that the noble lady wasn't looking tearful at all. She stood there, a sly smile playing around her eyes, watching him.
"Miss Hilveld…?"
"Don't worry, Captain, these people were actually brought here by me," she said.
"Huh?"
Hilveld raised a finger to her lips, signalling him to keep quiet.
It was only then that Fang Hong noticed that the maid who had been by her side all along was nowhere to be seen. He looked around, but saw no sign of Xiesta.
"About earlier—"
Fang Hong suddenly stopped talking, looking at Hilveld's bright eyes, realizing he had been duped by the young lady again.
He fell silent, gazing outwards.