Bert's words were a thinly veiled insult, implying that Channing was even worse than a beast.
Channing couldn't possibly miss the meaning, and his face darkened on the spot.
Although he was in a difficult situation, being repeatedly mocked and ridiculed by Bert naturally stirred anger inside him—especially since Bert was his junior.
Yet he lacked the confidence and presence to truly vent that anger.
Around a man like Bert, most men would immediately feel diminished.
He was handsome and charming, with an air of refined elegance. Beyond that, he carried depth and experience; every gesture and movement exuded the composure of a mature man. Most importantly, he wielded undeniable power.
Recently in Burg Eltz, the hottest design tenders had all gone to Bert's company. And it was said that he had won these projects purely on his own merit, without relying on any connections within Burg Eltz.
