Now was not the right time for Chris to ask Isabel, especially with many hidden enemies around her.
Protecting Isabel was what mattered most.
Chris restrained his feelings, gazing at Isabel with a slight frown. "Simon is not a truthful man. Don't believe what he tells you."
He was slightly embarrassed. Simon was the person he asked to protect Isabel but turned out to be a dishonest scoundrel.
Chris wanted to tell Isabel the whole truth but feared hurting her.
Isabel was puzzled. Why did Chris know about what Simon had told her?
And why would he speak ill of Simon?
However, she trusted Chris more. Chris was never to slander anyone. If he cautioned her against Simon, there must be a reason.
Before Isabel could inquire further, a knock came at the door. A servant outside said, "Childe
