Capítulo 623: Misunderstandings

( Leo's POV )

Leo chose the servants' quarters beside the Duke's manor as his temporary residence. With the manor repurposed as a makeshift prison, these quarters were the closest location he could use as a base of operations, allowing him to stay within reach of the manor.

Though far from luxurious, it would suffice for now as now was not time for grandeur or luxury.

Beside him, Dumpy was deeply engrossed in contemplating the fighting techniques that he had witnessed firsthand today, meticulously analyzing his own performance in comparison.

For Dumpy, observing Leo in action had been a profound honor, and his Lord Father had not disappointed him in the slightest. Leo had been cold, ruthless, and incredibly powerful—just as Dumpy had always envisioned him to be.

*Knock*

*Knock*

Around 9 am, early morning, Leo heard a knock on his quarter's doors, which prompted him to reply softly with a "Come in–"