Upon hearing Carter's questioning, the maid instantly froze, and she fell into extreme panic.

“No, no, I wasn’t eavesdropping. I dare not, I dare not eavesdrop…”

The maid explained as she trembled. Her face became paler and paler from fright.

Carter was not in a good mood, and the maid's dishonesty was making him even angrier.

“Are you sure you weren’t eavesdropping? So, do you think there’s a problem with my eyes and IQ, or do you think your explanation is impeccable?”

Hearing this, the maid was so scared that her palms were sweating.

“M-Mr. Carter…”

“The Grays don't need a bad-mannered maid like you. You should immediately get out of this manor. Don’t even think about getting a cent from this month’s salary.”

Carter uttered the indifferent words and started walking onward.

The corners of the maid's eyes turned red. Anxious and fearful, she ran up to Carter to explain herself.

“Mr. Carter, I-I really didn’t mean to eavesdrop on your conversation with Mr. Whitman. I-I just ca