Malcolm turned to his bodyguard and cast a stern look. "Is this true?"
Derek, who always had a refined expression, looked quite uncomfortable. He dreaded this moment since he was guilty of insulting the Prince's Chief Guest.
"Lord Douglas… Please forgive me! The Cooper family misled me to act so horribly. They convinced me that Mr. Grant was a thief and a fraud. Like an utter fool, I fell into their trap and confronted him about it. I am deeply ashamed of my behavior, sir!"
Derek bowed to both Malcolm and Tyler for forgiveness. The Prince of Petra scolded him for a minute before turning to Tyler. "Mr. Grant… Do you want this invalid removed from service disgracefully and thrown into prison? Or if you'd suggest a different punishment?"
Derek broke into a cold sweat and buried his head in his chest. Tyler shook his head. "Your Captain was only carrying out his duties as your protector. I don't blame him for it."
"Still, he offended you, which cannot be forgiven."