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Chapter 40
Belle had now arrived at the west wing of the Atlante ducal mansion and walked up to Sylvia's room with a brisk stride. Her ladyship was lying long on the couch, reading a book that looked difficult.
'I can't get used to seeing her reading a book, though.'
Sylvia Atlante was reading a book! That was as shocking as when Sylvia declared she would not eat late-night snacks.
But as a proficient maid, Belle controlled her emotions and notified Sylvia, who was concentrating on her book, of her arrival.
"How was your trip? Did everything go well?"
"Yes, my lady. But just now..."
Belle told Sylvia about what had happened earlier.
Sylvia listened to her story with a serious expression, and when Belle finished talking, she asked, "Did they approach you again?"
"Yes, my lady. They mentioned a significant amount of money this time too. I can't imagine what they think of me! But fear not, my lady. I will never let money sway my loyalty."
