Chapter 19: Becoming a Master (5)
“Your Highness…?”
“Pedro Reis… I feel like I’ve heard that name before. Is he the man who works tirelessly and became a imperial physician at an age when most people would have retired?”
“That’s correct. We had used up all our money since someone in the family fell ill, so he had no choice…”
Apollonia nodded slowly. “I see now. Aunt Petra always took in girls from families she can treat carelessly to serve her, so it’s no wonder Gareth can get away with whatever he…”
Apollonia smiled bitterly, but after a moment, a small smile appeared on her face as if she had just thought of something.
“Adrianne.”
“Yes, Your Highness.”
“What do you think Gareth thinks of you?”
“Excuse me?” Adrianne was surprised when she heard Apollonia mention that terrible person.
“As you know, he doesn’t see me as a human being.”
“I see.”
Apollonia petted her head gently then took her hand and pulled her up to stand.
“I like you, and…”
“Your Highness…”
