Andrea brushed Andrius off with a nod and returned to her room.

Seeing Andrea walking back to her room, Andrius headed downstairs. In the backyard, he saw Byron talking to Old Master Quirke.

“I’m helping Dr. Jacobs. Why are you thanking me?” Old Master Quirke looked at Byron in a puzzle.

Byron, who had just started the conversation with him, began to thank him.

Byron was respectful when he spoke to Old Master Quirke. He smiled and answered, “Dr. Jacobs is my acquaintance. I should thank you