Ice and Fire novel Chapter 41

The butler stood by and watched Andrew's contemplative expression. He pondered on it for a while and finally gathered the courage to ask, "Sir, what's bothering you?"

Hearing the question, Andrew knew that the butler had noticed something was wrong. Andrew did not hide anything and said, "Do you think that the love between Jackson and Sally He was the only reason for her to come back?"

The butler mulled this over, and then he shook his head, "I don't think that's the only reason."

His reply intrigued Andrew. The butler had a keen observation, which was as good as his. The butler must have his own reasons for saying this.

Andrew looked at the butler, encouraging him to go on.

"Sir, don't you think Sally He knew that Jackson was married? Even the soldiers on our borders have heard the news about Jackson's marriage. Sally He also must have heard the news, because the place she was hiding in was connected to the army, " the butler analyzed.

"Do you mean, " Andrew looked at the butler, "Sally He has come back for other reasons?"

The butler nodded, "Indeed. But I cannot guess what those other reasons are."

Andrew was also lost in thought. He now worried about Jackson's safety. Andrew looked on his dear grandson to be as important as his own life. If anyone dared to hurt his dear grandson, no matter what happened, he would ensure that things did not end well for that person.

The butler noticed the Master's silence and continued, "The He family cut off its connections with other families after that event. Even those who are left here, are in hiding. Therefore, it's not easy to investigate the truth now."

Recollecting what had happened in the past, Andrew regretted his actions, "Alas, if I had known what would happen now, I would not have helped Sally He back then just to satisfy Jackson."

"But Jackson did really love Sally He at that time. Master, you also know that if we had not done according to his wishes, he would certainly have done something more horrible. He is a stubborn person, " said the butler.

Andrew shook his head in despair.

All of a sudden, Andrew thought of something and asked, "By the way, what were you saying about Stephen An the last time?"

The butler quickly replied, "Stephen An has lived in the city for a long time. You may be surprised about his power in the city."

"Go on, " said Andrew, watching the butler.