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“The candidates have presented.”Grandfather’s voice carried across the ballroom.“We will now proceed to recommendations.”The head of the Becker family stood first.“The Asher family structure,” he began smoothly,“has stood the test of time.”“It has made you valuable allies.”“I support Adrian Wyatt.”Predictable.The Vinni head followed.Echoing the same sentiment.Tradition.Continuity.Control.Mr. Sun stood.“She offers structure,” he said.Mrs. Sun followed.“She protects what others overlook.”Then—Mr. Stuart stood.And everything changed.“If I had prepared my family…”“…the way Amber suggests—”“…perhaps my daughter would still be alive.”Silence.Absolute.“And perhaps my granddaughter…”My heart dropped.Too much.My fingers tightened at my side.I scanned the room—The Becker representative had gone still.The Vinni head leaned forward slightly.Listening.Calculating.My mind raced.Did they know?Had they connected it?Had they realized—That Iris was no longer missi

The silence after the results hadn’t even settled—When a chair moved.Sharp.Deliberate.Mr. Becker stood.Slowly.Every eye turned.Because this—This was not over.He adjusted his jacket.Composed.Controlled.But his eyes—Cold.“With Amber Asher as the head of the Asher family…”A pause.“The Becker family will dissolve all agreements…”His voice carried.“…that have been in place for generations.”A ripple moved through the room.Not shock.Calculation.“…we will publicly disband our alliance.”There it was.The threat.Dressed as a decision.Before the room could fully react—Another figure stood.The head of the Vinni family.Of course.Predictable.“We stand with the Becker family.”His tone firm.“We will also withdraw all agreements and partnerships.”Murmurs grew louder now.Because this—This wasn’t just politics.This was pressure.Economic.Strategic.A warning to the room.Choose her—And you lose us.For a moment—The tension stretched.Tight.Waiting.And then—Grand

The room hadn’t recovered from the punch.From Jason’s words.From the truth.And then—Grandfather stepped forward.Calm.Composed.But final.“I believe that is enough.”His voice didn’t rise.It didn’t need to.“I have already reported everything to the authorities.”Silence.Immediate.“Both the Becker and Vinni estates are being secured as we speak.”A ripple went through the room.Confusion.Shock.“A military unit has been deployed.”That—That changed everything.Because this was no longer a family matter.This was criminal.Severe.“We have reason to believe there may be more children involved.”A pause.“And that this situation is far larger than any of us anticipated.”Heavy.Unavoidable.Mr. Stuart stepped forward.Slow.Controlled.But there was nothing calm about him.“They had my granddaughter.”His voice was quiet.Deadly.“I thought she was gone.”A breath.“They kept her.”The room froze.“And for that—”His gaze darkened.“I intend to end them.”No one mistook his m

Jason didn’t waste time. The moment we stepped out of the master suite— He pulled out his phone. “Mason.” His tone was calm. Efficient. But lighter than usual. “I’m sending you coordinates.” A pause. “Bring the kids.” He glanced at me— Then added— “All of them.” A beat. “Iris and Rose too.” Another pause. “And make sure they’re comfortable.” He ended the call without another word. I watched him. Something in my chest softened. “You’re serious about this,” I murmured. He looked at me like it was obvious. “Of course I am.” It didn’t take long. The sound of a car approaching broke the quiet. Then another. And another. I stepped outside with Jason— Just as they arrived. From the entrance— The property transformed. Under daylight— It truly looked like a fairytale castle. Soft stone walls. Elegant towers. And surrounding it— A small decorative moat. Clear water reflecting the sky like glass. The car doors opened. Alice was first. Eyes wide. “Woah…”

Morning came too fast. Soft light filtered through the glass ceiling— The ocean calmer. The world quieter. For a moment— It felt like nothing had changed. Until reality arrived. The sound of cars. Voices. Movement outside. I stepped out onto the balcony with Jason— Just as Pamela and Marcus arrived. Pamela didn’t even wait. The moment she saw me— She walked straight up— And pulled me into a tight hug. “You scared me.” Her voice was low. Not angry. Relieved. “I’m okay,” I murmured. “I know.” She pulled back— Looking me over like she didn’t quite believe it. Marcus stood nearby— Hands in his pockets— Watching. Assessing. “You disappear into a castle and don’t tell anyone?” he muttered. Alex’s voice cut in from behind— “It’s not a castle.” A pause. “It’s the fairy house.” Everyone turned. Alex stood there— Arms crossed. Certain. Jason chuckled. “Fairy house, huh?” Alex nodded. “It fits.” I smiled. It did. Mrs. Sun approached us next. Warm. Gen