Chapter 145 A Little White Lie

Her brain had reduced into a muddled mess pressed under Zachary’s kingly oppression. She had already forgotten her original intention of asking the question, and all she wanted to do right now was to end the conversation as soon as possible.

At that moment, she failed to notice the flash of disappointment that flitted across Zachary’s perfectly sculptured face.

“Lucas…”

The anticipation in his icy eyes slowly dissipated as he looked away from Charlotte.

“You answer her question.”

“Aye, aye, sir!” Lucas was overwhelmed by the unexpected favor, and his eyes glowed with enthusiasm.

“Do you see it now, milady? Do you see how much faith Second Master has in me? Do you see how he willingly let me answer a question of such gravity on behalf of him? You used to give me a skeptical look whenever I told you I’m his capable assistant, so do you believe me now?”

However, Charlotte did not reply. She stared blankly at him, with her eyes widened in shock.

On the other side, Zachary’s brows w