I Became The Sword Of The Sword-Obsessed Male Lead (18 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 148

What could be the reason for lying?

I was curious about the intent behind hiding the fact that Janice wasn’t at Howard Manor.

Nocturne gave the butler a perfectly composed smile.

“Oh, is that so? Well, that’s quite troublesome. I had an urgent message regarding Prince Dietrich Delgado to deliver.”

At those words, the butler’s pupils visibly widened—likely reacting to the name “Dietrich.” He calmly opened his mouth to speak.

“If it’s urgent news, please tell me, and I’ll be sure to pass it on…”

“That won’t do. It’s something I must deliver in person.”

Nocturne carried on with his act flawlessly to the very end.

“Since neither the Earl nor the young lady is here, I’ll take my leave now. Let’s go, Miss Heidi.”

As Nocturne placed his hand naturally on my shoulder and turned to leave, Lyon hurriedly grabbed his arm.

“W-wait, Young Master!”

At that call, Nocturne and I exchanged a subtle glance and smiled. Now it was certain—this was definitely connected to Dietrich.

“I really must know what this message is about.”

“Why should I tell you? It’s dangerously sensitive information.”

Without even knowing the details himself, Nocturne feigned deep thought, scratching his chin before speaking.

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