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.

intervention of the Southern Watch was a significant boost for Geoffrey. It signaled that both the King and the Queen Mother

sighed. “With

into a knowing smile. “He’s on

eyes lit up. “Truly?

did not traditionally wield power in the Eryndral Empire, Doug

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

many despised him.

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though

left, Michelle returned with a procession of

marrying into the Velmont family, Michelle

estate. The only difference was that Marquis Velmont’s title could still be passed down for one more

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

Michelle frowned as she took a

Matilda seethed. “He came to me directly,

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

let her have them.” Michelle’s voice

properties to maintain her status within the Velmont family. Giving them up

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

“Since when does Father

voice dropped to a whisper as she leaned in.

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

wedding. Only then can Eleanor have strong reasons to claim the position of wife in the future. If we act now, the effects

She’ll come with me

some of my old clothes and some unused fabric. I’ll bring them

to save face–if Eleanorem as gifts.”

hesitated. “Will she even care for

won’t? My clothes, even if worn, are made of the finest materials. Has she ever worn anything this good? Besides,

“You’re right. She used to follow your every word. Whatever you told her to do, she did

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