Chapter 1099:

Yet, even the Hopkins family had an overseer—the Elder Council. Originally established to supervise the heads of each major family, the council had been granted power to ensure order and accountability. But as time passed, their influence expanded beyond mere supervision. Dissatisfied with their limited role, they began interfering in family affairs, manipulating those in power to consolidate their own authority.

If the council caught wind of Nate’s handling of the collapsed Hopkins collateral branch, they would not turn a blind eye. Ralph’s earlier words made his stance clear—he was wary of the Elder Council’s reach.

Nate put down his cup, speaking in his usual cold tone. “If they wish to investigate, then fairness should be the standard. But before they pass judgment, I’d like to ask—how do they plan to address the crime of conspiring against my future wife?”

Ralph’s face twisted like jumbled wire. His brow furrowed as shock flickered across his face. “What did you just say?”

He studied Nate intently, his mind racing, forming a bold and unsettling assumption.

won’t let anyone who dares harm my future wife walk free. If I haven’t killed them already, it’s only because

felt a ripple in her heart. Future

strange, unfamiliar warmth—a sense

turning white. “Do you even realize what you’re saying? You

figures always attracted resentment. The Hopkins family was no exception. Their wealth was built upon vast metal mines, their assets immeasurable. But such prosperity bred greed and discord. Internal strife festered within the main family, while the side branches lurked like vultures, waiting for an opportunity to strike. If the Elder Council decided to intervene, the Hopkins family would suffer—greatly. Nate knew this better than

still stood firm, standing between Corrine and the storm that loomed over them. To Ralph, it was nothing short of

just for

came out hoarse with outrage. “It seems you’ve forgotten

against the table. “Are you

Nate remained stone-cold, unshakeable.

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