Chapter 223 A Clash of Power and Resolve

"Fourth Young Master!" Linet almost screamed, her eyes wide with disbelief as she looked at the man before her.

The instructions had been clear: keep a distance from the villa, and work only within the estate. Had she essentially become a mere gardener, tending to flowers and plants? Would she ever get another chance to be close to Robert?

She had stayed in Robert Manor as a maid, all for him. For him, she willingly swallowed her pride and surrendered her dignity. Yet, over the years, he had barely spoken a few words to her, and now, he was punishing her like this.

"Fourth Young Master, I was wrong..." Linet sniffled, her eyes reddening as if tears were about to spill. "I shouldn't have lied. I won't do it again..."

Robert turned his gaze away, no longer looking at her.

"Leave," he commanded coldly, his lips barely moving.

"Fourth Young Master…" Linet's tears finally overflowed, streaming down her face.