chapter 72 half dead

"Cough, cough, cough... I never expected Lord Emerson to grace the North District... It's my fault for not providing a proper welcome... Please forgive me, Lord Emerson... forgive me..."

David coughed violently, took a sip of water, and then felt a bit better.

He hurriedly bowed to Emerson, "I've embarrassed myself in front of you, Lord Emerson! Please enjoy some tea in the private room next door while I handle these matters, and then I'll attend to you properly."

"David, I doubt...