Betrayal At the Altar by Dolores Delia

Chapter 437
Upon hearing this, a cold glint flashed across David’s eyes. The corners of his mouth curled into a faint smile that carried a hint of sinister. “Who said that we can’t marry outsiders?”
Rachel looked at him in surprise.

David explained, “Today, Aureliana has the Four Families. Its purpose is to disperse the power held by the Elders. Previously, however, there was an existence that surpassed even the Elders.”
“An existence above the Elders?”

“Yes, the Aries family.” David held Rachel’s hand in his and said faintly, “The Aries family is the oldest family in Aureliana. They controlled Aureliana’s economy. The Elders were nothing compared to the Aries family. In the past, the head of the Aries family once went against all odds to marry an outsider, despite major objections from the masses. From then on, that rule was broken.”
Went against all odds?
Only the strongest of emotions could overcome massive objections from everyone.
Rachel noted that David mentioned it had happened previously. “And? They don’t exist anymore?”
Moreover, he said that the Aries family once controlled the economy of

definitely bring about uninvited troubles from those envious of their authority. “25 years ago, a revolt broke out in Aureliana. The Aries family disappeared without a trace overnight. No one knew what exactly happened. In the following month, as the chaos subsided, the Four Families appeared. They kept the Elders’ powers

alive.” Rachel nodded

the oldest family to have existed. It did not matter if it was their status or the wealth they had. When someone possessed that much power and authority, people would grow to be wary and cautious of

next day and the sun was

breathing down on her face. She opened her eyes drowsily. All she could see was David’s mesmerizing face. She blinked, her consciousness slowly returning. “Morning.” “Do you want to go to the hospital?” David asked. Rachel

first.” Rachel nodded and