The lost heiress never forgiven

Chapter 423: In the Shadows of Power

Chapter 423: In the Shadows of Power

Wayne was getting old. Just one day had passed, and his face already looked utterly exhausted.

“I know it’s not the best time to talk about this, but I don’t know who else to turn to except you. You know the state of the Wynn family–on the surface, we look powerful, but in truth, we’re riddled with weaknesses. I won’t even talk about the people–there’s no consistency. I don’t know how much longer I can hold on. If I can’t… then everything will fall to you. You know your father isn’t capable of leading the Wynn family. If it falls into his hands, it’ll be torn apart in no time.”

He let out a long sigh. He only had two sons. The elder lacked decisiveness and was too softhearted at times.

The second was only interested in art and never got involved in the family’s affairs.

As for the extended branches of the family–they weren’t even worth mentioning. He’d be lucky if they didn’t kick him when he was down.

If only his two sons were more capable, he wouldn’t have had to pin all his hopes on his eldest grandson.

But that grandson had both guts and strategy–entrusting the Wynn family to him was the most logical choice.

The others likely realized that too, which was why they were starting to scheme.

“This incident may not be the work of foreign forces. There’s a strong chance it came from. within.”

Wayne hadn’t led the Wynn family all these years without a sharp mind and a wealth of experience.

With security as tight as it was yesterday, someone still managed to slip through. It was impossible without inside help.

The Wynn family was too powerful–perhaps it had become a threat to someone. was why they went after Johnathan.

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“Any updates?” he asked,