NovelEnglishChapter 2586 The Banquet
Miles didn't react even after receiving such a harsh reprimand from Bennett. Instead, he simply nodded and
stepped back, acknowledging his mistake.
On the other hand, Ophelia felt wronged on his behalf. So, she shrugged off Miles' restraining arm and responded
sternly, "Uncle Bennett, my parents entrustedto Uncle Miles before they passed away. Plus, Grandfather
personally acknowledged Uncle Miles as his adopted son. He is part of our family."
Then, she continued, "As for Mr. Larson, he was personally invited by Grandfather himself. If you are dissatisfied,
you can take this up to Grandfather. There's no need to make sarcastic remarks here." Bennett's face instantly
turned dark as Ophelia spoke against him. "You! Young lady, how dare you speak to your Uncle like this? If your
father hadn't died so early..."
Before he could continue his rant, Erwin suddenly tapped his shoulder with his folding fan. "That's enough; we're
family. We shouldn't exchange barbs here. In fact, we really shouldn't be fighting at all." Once he said his piece,
he turned to Matthew and said with a warm smile plastered on his face, "Mr. Larson, it's a pleasure to meet your
acquaintance. | apologize for the embarrassment. Please take a seat." Matthew merely smiled faintly upon
receiving Erwin's invitation and nodded agreeably. Even though he was already wary of Erwin, the series of
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtactions the man had taken only made him even more watchful. This person was clearly a master at hiding his
schemes behind a smile.
On the other hand, Ophelia's reaction surprised Matthew. He didn't expect this girl to possess such a strong
temper.
Nonetheless, the atmosphere gradually relaxed under Erwin's careful mediation. The two, who were just butting
heads earlier, had sat down calmly.
As the banquet went on, it was clear that Erwin had taken up the mantle of being a gracious host.
"Mr. Larson, welcto the Zedler Family. May | ask where you cfrom?"
Matthew naturally couldn't reveal the whole truth when faced with Erwin's inquiry, especially when this man was
already on his watchlist.
"Mr. Erwin, you're too kind. | have been staying in Hulwin prior to this. | only call this way after receiving Old
Mr. Zedler's invitation."
"Oh, | see. Since Father values you so highly, Mr. Larson, you have to be very skilled in medicine, right?"
"Ah, Mr. Erwin, you truly flatter me. I'm just in my 30s and have only just begun my journey in the medical field.
In fact, I'm just a practicing doctor in Hulwin. Perhaps it was my skill in resurrection elixirs that caught Old Mr.
Zedler's attention."
Erwin's smiling face froze for a split second upon hearing Matthew's response. Meanwhile, Mr. Behad no
qualms in scoffing in disbelief, "You're truly young and arrogant. Claiming to possess such miraculous elixirs with
your skill!"
Compared to his impulsive younger brother, Erwin was clearly more cunning.
"Mr. Larson was clearly just joking. You really shouldn't take things so seriously all the time, Bennett."
Although he still wore a smile on his face, he was well aware that he wouldn't be able to extract any useful
information from Matthew. So, he gave up on his probing after receiving answers that were filled with fluff and
nothing of substance.
As a result, the whole banquet suddenly fell into an awkward silence.
That lasted until the sound of hurried footsteps cfrom outside the room.
Everyone's attention immediately shifted to the servant who suddenly barged into the dining hall.
"Mr. Erwin, Mr. Bennett," the newcomer hastily greeted before leaning down and whispering into Erwin's ear.
Erwin's face was filled with delight as he sprung to his feet.
"Mr. Larson, | apologize, but | have spersonal matters to attend to. Please excuse me."
Before he left, he signaled for Bennett to follow.
Then, the two of them turned and left without another word.
Bennett quickly caught up to his elder brother after leaving the banquet.
"Erwin, did you manage to obtain any valuable information?"
Erwin shook his head in response to his brother's question. The initially thrilled expression on his face was
replaced with one of gloom.
"He's a sly one. There's nothing of value in his answers. Still, we know one thing at least. His medical skills are
probably extraordinary. Otherwise, our father wouldn't have invited him personally."
"Is that so? Should | just take care of him then?" Bennett's lips curled into a sinister smile as he suggested.
Erwin simply rolled his eyes in exasperation and ignored him.
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