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.

It signaled that both the King and the Queen Mother

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

into a knowing smile. “He’s on his way

eyes lit up. “Truly? That’s excellent

power in the Eryndral Empire, Doug

most trusted confidant, a man whose

many

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down on him, though they dared

Michelle returned with a procession

Velmont family, Michelle had maintained an

the Duke’s estate. The only difference

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

Father agree?” Michelle frowned as she

me directly, ordering

gave you two shops and an estate. The

can’t let her have them.” Michelle’s

on those properties to maintain her status within the Velmont family. Giving

already made up his mind. What can we do?”

does Father ever listen to her?”

voice dropped to a whisper as she leaned in. murmuring something in Michelle’s ear.

nodded, her eyes gleaming. “Ryker’s plan is clever–clean,

than for her to die immediately,” 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

handle it. In the meantime, summon Eleanor. She’ll come with me to

easier to manipulate. Also, pack some of my old clothes and

to save

even care for them?”

this good? Besides, she’s always been desperate to imitate me. If I offer her my old

every word. Whatever

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