Claude did not know what to do. Adrian and Sebastian were people he could not afford to offend. He could only stand foolishly between the two, hoping the conflict would stop escalating.

May was close to passing out from crying. Sebastian had promised to take care of her for life, but it turned out to be nothing but deceit.

Meanwhile, Lionel shook his head in disappointment. He had accepted Claude as his apprentice because Medicis Manor had a good reputation in Debonaire. However, he was unaware of the hidden corruption within its walls.

"Claude, can we dissolve our mentor-apprentice relationship?" Lionel asked softly.

"What?" Claude was startled. "But I haven't done anything wrong."

"Seriously?!" Lionel spun around and looked at Claude in disbelief. "Despite having a good life, your uncle isn't content and quickly falls for another woman just because she's prettier. You not only refused to punish him but are also covering up for him? Do you think that's acceptable?"

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