“Old Master Lancer.”

Byron had already looked around the villa and found no sign of Xander. So, he went straight to the garden in the backyard.

When he saw Old Master Lancer, he greeted him politely but in a distanced manner.

Old Master Lancer put the watering can aside and nodded at Byron.

The butler arrived after Byron and looked at Old Master Lancer remorsefully.

Old Master Lancer waved his hand and said, “Leave us alone. I have some things I would like to speak to President Lawrence alone.”

Only then did the butler feel better and heave a sigh of relief. Then, he politely excused himself and returned to the living room. “I’ll prepare some tea for the both of you, sir.”

Byron and Old Master Lancer were left alone in the garden.

Byron looked around the garden but saw no sign of Xander.

Old Master Lancer spoke, interrupting Byron’s thoughts. “President Lawrence, may I know the purpose of your visit today?”

Byron showed respect to Old Master Lancer when speaking to him. He pa