Forbidden Heat novel Chapter 175

There’s a storm outside. The rain beat down harshly as the wind howled mercilessly. The night was dark and the sense of gloom that spread through the atmosphere was suffocating. Reiner looked outside through a window of one of the mansion’s large and long hallways. It was just a hunch, but he had a sense of foreboding. Lucien never called him for a private talk about anything pleasant. This time would be no different.

“Master Lucien,” Reiner said formally before bowing professionally.

Reiner stood tall in front of Lucien’s work desk to answer to the summon from his master. As always, the atmosphere in Lucien’s office was tense as both men eyed each other.

“Thanks for coming, Reiner,” Lucien said casually before putting down the file he had been reading.

“Yes, Master Lucien,” Reiner replied.

“No need to act so formal. I know you don’t respect me much…” Lucien stated emotionlessly.

“It’s part of the job, Sir,” Reiner replied, his tone as formal as before.

“So, I was right. You don’t respect me at all,” Lucien replied with a small chuckle.

“How can I be of service, Master Lucien,” Reiner inquired, getting straight to the point.

“I guess it’s hard…working for someone who you once tried to kill…” Lucien continued as he narrowed his eyes at Reiner. If Reiner was shocked at Lucien’s words, he did not let it show.

“It’s part of the job, Sir,” Reiner repeated flatly, unfazed by Lucien’s words.

“You’re right. Everyone just has to do their job,” Lucien said with a mocking smile.

“Yes, Sir,” Reiner replied.

“What do you think of my daughter?” Lucien asked, his tone serious.

“Miss Natalia is a very fine lady that upholds all standards of the Rosenhall family,” Reiner answered without hesitation.

“Hmm…very fine…” Lucien said as he nodded in agreement.

“Is there a problem regarding Miss Natalia?” Reiner asked, showing interest for the first time since he’d stepped into the room.

“You tell me…” Lucien replied with a tight smile.

“I don’t follow, Sir. I don’t see any problems regarding Miss Natalia,” Reiner answered firmly.

“Then…why would she make such an out of place request?” Lucien questioned, cocking his head to the side in feigned curiosity.

“What request, Sir?” Reiner asked.

“Natalia has requested that you be removed from the duty of her personal butler and bodyguard immediately,” Lucien stated clearly.