Everyone's gaze was fixed on Lynch, their eyes brimming with confusion.
Back when he descended from the carriage with a group of maids, many had already noticed him. After all, a lone male apprentice suddenly appearing among a group of maids was naturally eye-catching, not to mention his strikingly handsome face.
Now, seeing Avery, who had already walked away, specifically returning to inquire about him, it was hard not to arouse curiosity.
Lynch hurriedly said, "Miss Avery."
Just one simple sentence caused Avery to pause involuntarily.
Over the months they had spent together, this was the first time Lynch had spoken to her in such a tone.
Formal, yet distant.
Lynch continued, "I'll just escort you this far."
What was originally supposed to be an ordinary task of modifying Elemental Coral had unexpectedly spiraled into such chaos.
