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.

the Southern Watch was a significant boost for Geoffrey. It signaled that both the King and the Queen Mother were taking this matter seriously. If he handled things well, he would prove himself worthy of the title of Grand Duke.

soon,” Geoffrey sighed. “With him here, certain people might think twice before

smile. “He’s on his way back.”

eyes lit up. “Truly?

not traditionally wield power in the

confidant, a man whose influence extended

many despised him.

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looked down on him, though they dared

and Lord Theodric left, Michelle returned

since marrying into the Velmont family, Michelle had

a hollow shell–much like the Duke’s estate. The only difference was that Marquis Velmont’s

return, Matilda pulled her daughter aside. “Michelle, you must help me. Isolde has suddenly grown a backbone! She’s demanding your father

frowned as

“He came to me directly, ordering me to return the estates and

shops and an estate. The remaining three shops and

let her have them.” Michelle’s voice was

within the Velmont

already made up his mind. What

sneered. “Since when does Father ever listen to

dropped to a

nodded, her eyes gleaming. “Ryker’s plan

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 of the

meantime, summon Eleanor. She’ll come with me to apologize to Isolde.

old clothes and some unused fabric. I’ll

wants to save

even care for them?”

laughed 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

nodded. “You’re right. She used to follow your every word. Whatever you told her

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