Kapitel 233: Chapter 234: The Sum of a Year

"I..."

He had barely uttered a word when the little one interjected.

"Huangfu Jue!" The little one's voice suddenly became stern, small hands bracing his shoulders, a serious expression on his face, "Let me tell you, a man should not stoop to a woman's level. If you dare to bully my mommy, I will never let you off!"

"Xiaotang!" Will was startled, "Quickly apologize to the Duke!"

Hardly anyone dared to address the Duke by just his title, let alone by such a small creature.

"Don't scare the child!" Huangfu Jue frowned and glared at him, causing Will to quickly step aside and then he resumed smiling at the little one, wrapping his arms around him, his right hand raised to shoulder height, "I promise!"

The little one's smile returned, "That's more like it."

"Sir." The maid approached with a bow, most respectfully, "Breakfast is ready."