"If you get your hands on it, the Sartori family will become the richest in the world, untouchable for centuries. Best of all, you won't have to answer to your sister anymore. Her wealth is nothing compared to this legendary treasure. You could hire the most elite mercenary Suzanne knew Connor had big ambitions. Even if he didn't crave the treasure, Claire would find out about it eventually. She'd do whatever it took to get those four keys. Connor didn't have much of a choice.

Connor's face was as expressionless as ever, calm and collected: "It's just an old legend, not necessarily true. The heads of the four major families have been searching for a century, and they haven't even found the ancient monastery in the mountains. This treasure won't be easy to find."

army or even buy a small country. No one would dare stand against you. Don't you dream of that day?"

"But you've got the best shot at it," Suzanne added. "The Gilbert and Nagel families have been reduced to being the Sartori family's sidekicks. We can't compete with them anymore. For years to come, we'll have to rely on them to survive. Naturally, I want you, not Claire, to lead the Sartori family. If Claire takes over, we're done for."

"Pax is a Gilbert in name only. He kept that name because Jeffrey promised him the Gilbert estate. But once he inherits it, Claire won't spare any of us. It's one thing if we die, but Diana's been through enough. Do we really want to push her back into misery?" Connor said, "If I lose, I'll be the first to go, so there's no point in worrying me with this."

"Don't be so negative. Pax is part of the Gilbert family too. Even if I lose to my sister, he won't let

not just your life at risk, but also the lives of many

looked at Suzanne: "So, what are you getting

Suzanne closed the ornate

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I've got nothing left to say. You and Diana aren't meant to be. I'll encourage her to move on, but please Mr. Connor, keep the promise you made years ago. Always protect

intact He accepted the medallion and said, "As for the Gilbert family, I hope you keep things civil You could ask for business or financial compensation. Regarding

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