Ryan noticed my silence and continued speaking. "After all, they chose Matthew to sabotage your position, and now they're regretting it. But they're unwilling to leave and keep staying around.

"I wouldn't mind accommodating them, but I didn't want to intervene. The crucial point is that they're skilled workers and haven't caused any trouble. They're quite hassle-free." Ryan then asked, "What do you think?"

Hearing this, I couldn't help but smirk. "Do you think I'm the grudge-holding type? However, I also don't want them to think I'm too forgiving. Regardless, their return to Tanum is a step up," I stated firmly.

Ryan didn't hesitate. "Then let's set the standards higher."

I replied, "I can be accommodating, but I can't let them feel like coming back was too easy. I conduct myself professionally. Otherwise, it's unacceptable if they try to undermine me like they did when Matthew was around.

"Now, I can let it slide, but they shouldn't think they're invaluable. Matthew indulged them