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Chapter 36: The Matriarch Ring
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2026-05-10 19:39:43
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HELENE“She only reacted that way because the Matriarch Ring carries extraordinary significance within the family,” Marcus continued stiffly, discontent evident in his deep voice.His gaze flicked briefly toward me.“Helene is still young. Fiona is merely worried that by entrusting such an important heirloom to her, she may not be able to safeguard it properly—or shoulder the responsibility that comes with it.”Grandpa looked at him for several long seconds, his aged eyes unreadable.Then he spoke calmly.“Since I chose to give it to her, that means I’m not worried about whether she can safeguard it or not.”“As for her ability to shoulder the responsibility…” His gaze shifted toward me briefly before returning to Marcus. “She is Lucien’s wife.”“It doesn’t matter if she knows nothing right now. She can learn slowly from her mother-in-law.”His tone remained calm, yet every word carried undeniable weight.“She’ll understand eventually, no matter how long it takes. This is a responsibi
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