"That.. would not be needed, his majesty." he eyed Olivia as if asking for her to beg but the girl did not even look at him, making him furious. He could not pull her in front of his majesty.
"That.. would indeed be too much. I only wanted to wish you good health, your majesty." the girl smiled bashfully. But her face bloomed like crescents. Even a fool could notice that she was thrilled by the reward.
Just how much had she been suffering to be swayed by a little bit of wealth?
"Do not worry, it is her first trial. Even if she failed, we should commend her efforts." His words finally helped Damon in taking a breath.
Since Olivia did not support, he could only nod and wait.
Soon the physician came with two apprentices. Since he was told the matter, he had brought the new apprentice to learn from the experience.
He watched the young girl with judgemental eyes.