Chapter 32 I’ll Decide for You

Geoffrey had finally pieced together what had transpired at Wolf Mountain.

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When it came to matters outside his family, his mind was sharp and quick. After linking it with what Isolde had told him, the full picture became clear.

However, he knew that the current evidence was not enough to bring Milton down. Turning to Oliver, he Marked. “Milton is untouchable for now. If we pull this thread too soon, we might unravel something much bigger.”

Oliver chuckled. “You and I are of the same mind, Geoffrey. That’s exactly what I was thinking. We should prolong the investigation, keep him under pressure for a while.”

Geoffrey gave him an approving look. “You’re sharp. Just like your father.”

“You flatter me. Oliver smiled.

Geoffrey invited him to coffee and, as they sat down, asked, “By the way, do you know Orson?”

Oliver raised a brow. “Why do you ask?”

“He’s my daughter’s mentor, and Lord Vargas seems to know him as well. It got me curious–who exactly is

he?

Oliver’s smile deepened. “Why not ask Isolde?”

A flicker of discomfort crossed Geoffrey’s face. “To be honest, there are some things… I can’t bring myself to

ask her.”

Oliver studied him for a moment before saying, “If the opportunity arises, I can introduce you.”

“Good.” Seeing that Oliver was unwilling to elaborate, Geoffrey assumed Orson wasn’t anyone of great importance and let the matter drop.

Over coffee, their discussion returned to politics.

both the King and the Queen Mother were taking this matter

returns to Argentum soon,” Geoffrey sighed. “With him here, certain people might think twice

lips curled into a knowing smile. “He’s on

eyes lit up. “Truly? That’s excellent

eunuchs did not traditionally wield power in the Eryndral Empire, Doug was an exception.

Clarke’s most trusted confidant, a man whose influence extended across the empire. Even the highest nobility treated him

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on him, though they dared not oppose

Lord Theodric left, Michelle returned

into the Velmont family, Michelle

truth, the Velmont family was little more than a hollow shell–much like the Duke’s estate. The only difference was that

you must help me. Isolde has suddenly grown

Father agree?” Michelle frowned as she

course he did!” Matilda seethed. “He came to me directly, ordering me to return the

you married, Lalready gave you two shops and an estate. The remaining three

them.” Michelle’s voice was

status within the Velmont family. Giving them up was out of the question.

already made up his mind. What can

“Since when does Father ever listen

dropped to a whisper as she leaned in.

“Ryker’s plan is

Matilda muttered. “But she must marry into the Valen family first and have a grand wedding. Only then can Eleanor have strong reasons to claim the position of wife in the future. If we act now, the effects

the meantime, summon Eleanor. She’ll come

old clothes and some unused fabric. I’ll

just wants to save face–if Eleanorem as gifts.”

she even

mockingly. “She won’t? My clothes, even if worn, are made of the finest materials. Has she ever worn anything this good? Besides, she’s always been desperate to imitate me. If I offer her my old things, she’ll be overjoyed.

every word. Whatever you told her

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