章 122: The Butler's Resolution

The grand and imposing Drakhan mansion, with its dark stone walls and towering spires, seemed to loom over the two young women who approached its gates. Clara and Tiara, the renowned owners of the Golden Crest Trading Company, had not set foot in their ancestral home for many years. Despite their success in the business world, the mansion still evoked memories of a childhood overshadowed by their elder brother's cold demeanor. The rumors that had recently reached their ears, however, were too intriguing to ignore.

As they neared the entrance, the heavy gates creaked open, revealing Alfred, the loyal butler who had served the Drakhan family for as long as they could remember. His face, lined with age yet still sharp and attentive, broke into a rare, warm smile upon seeing the two sisters.

"Miss Clara, Miss Tiara," Alfred greeted, his voice carrying a gentle warmth that immediately softened the tension in the air. "It's been far too long."