Julia Thompson is almost thirteen years old at this moment. The three of them have been taught music, chess, calligraphy, and painting by the housekeeper Alice Thompson, and are skilled in all of them. Their speech is gracious and appropriate, and they carry a faint fragrance of flowers and their own scent, making them especially spirited and charming.

Henry Thompson simply looked at Julia Thompson with a calm smile, then glanced at Helen Thompson and Emily Thompson behind her, nodding as he said, “You three don’t be afraid. I just came out to have a look. Just go about your business as usual, don’t mind me too much.”

Such gentle and serene words immediately brought a blush to the faces of all three girls. Helen Thompson and Emily Thompson even used Julia Thompson’s body as cover to sneak glances at Henry Thompson, their infatuated expressions truly a bit childish.

Among the three, Julia Thompson was the most mature. She smiled sweetly and said, “Young master, since it’s rare for you to come out, let me lead the way and show you the scenery of Tianshui Manor. It would be quite nice.”

Henry Thompson nodded, “Very well, you can show me around. After all, I am the master of this manor.” As he spoke, Henry Thompson suddenly noticed that the little girl in his eyes now had a chest that had already begun to take shape, paired with a slender waist, her whole figure standing out, indeed showing a hint of womanly charm.

He was secretly a bit surprised: The girls of the jianghu really do mature early.

Noticing the unintentional glance from her young master, Julia Thompson felt a sudden restlessness and heat in her heart, her chest a bit itchy. This strange feeling made her blush furiously, but fortunately, her young master’s gaze quickly moved away, leaving her heart pounding wildly.

This was the scene of a young girl’s first awakening of love. Not to mention the hidden sharp sword intent within Henry Thompson’s body at this moment, which made him seem even more heroic, and his naturally handsome and elegant appearance, which easily captivated such innocent young girls.

All this, Henry Thompson himself was unaware of.

Inside Tianshui Manor, it was naturally Henry Thompson’s domain. Alice Thompson managed the entire estate, but even so, could not oversee everything. At this moment, Alice Thompson was not at the manor, but had returned to The Thompson Family to report on all of Henry Thompson’s actions over the past year, and to collect some silver for daily expenses.

The outer estate was managed by a chief steward named David Thompson. Alice Thompson’s main duty was to take care of Henry Thompson’s daily life, and since Alice Thompson had not returned for several days, all affairs in the manor had fallen to David Thompson.

David Thompson was a fat man of about forty, with a huge, round face and small, somewhat murky rat-like eyes. The first time Henry Thompson saw him, he felt a bit displeased.

Henry Thompson was not one to judge by appearances, but after standing in the garden for five years, he had picked up a thing or two about the estate. He knew that David Thompson was a malignant character, often engaging in all sorts of misdeeds.

Although he didn’t know why such a person existed in the manor, Henry Thompson never doubted his father’s decisions. Besides, David Thompson was also a top-tier second-rate expert, and overall, could be considered loyal.

Still, Alice Thompson’s continued absence made Henry Thompson a little worried.

The three of them passed through the garden and arrived at the outer estate, where the air immediately felt fresher and the view more open.

In such an environment, combined with Henry Thompson’s calm state of mind, he felt a wave of comfort and ease throughout his body.

“Eh? So it’s little beauty Julia. How come you’re willing to leave that useless pretty boy today? Come, have a chat with your uncle.” Suddenly, a somewhat hoarse and teasing voice rang out, breaking Henry Thompson’s pleasant mood.

Henry Thompson’s brows furrowed slightly. He hadn’t wanted to see this annoying person when he went out, but now this man just had to be blind and started flirting with his three personal maids right in front of him.

The three—Julia Thompson and the others—were called child brides in name, but in reality were just personal maids.

Moreover, even though everyone knew the third young master they served was a good-for-nothing with no prospects, the three of them never showed any dissatisfaction. Whether serving or otherwise, they always did their best.

At this moment, Henry Thompson was standing behind the three girls, so David Thompson didn’t see him at first glance.

But now, a look of surprise flashed in those rat-like eyes, as he must have spotted the young master Henry Thompson behind them.

The only young man coming out from the inner courtyard could only be Henry Thompson.

Chapter 005: Killing the Dog

But at this moment, David Thompson’s fat face pretended not to see anything, still wearing a lewd smile, though he restrained it a little.

“How dare you, servant! Why don’t you kneel when you see the young master!” Julia Thompson shouted angrily, her whole demeanor suddenly imposing. From her sleeve, as light as silk, she suddenly drew a silver short sword.

The short sword was not unsheathed, but at this moment, Julia Thompson’s presence was awe-inspiring, heroic and valiant, her eyes as sharp and cold as bronze bells, fiercely staring at David Thompson.