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"Elaine, calm down. The people behind your mother's death are cunning and powerful. You need to plan carefully rather than act on emotion." Master Wu said after a long pause, understanding the depth of the pain Elaine must be feeling, a pain he himself had never fully moved past either."I'll help uncover the truth." Kael offered quietly, one hand stroking gentle circles across Elaine's back. "As Council president, that shouldn't be difficult." Elaine sat silently between them, mentally psyching herself to pursue justice for her mother with or without anyone's assistance."Master." She finally spoke, lifting her head. "Were my mother and her sister on good terms, despite the competition between them?" She needed to understand every part of this before taking a step forward.Master Wu hesitated, trouble instantly crossing his features. "I've suspected your aunt for years, though she's never given anyone reason to accuse her openly. She wept the hardest of anyone when news of your mothe

The Barnes household buzzed with life that afternoon. Every maid moved with an invisible spring in their step as joy radiated through every corner of the estate. Mr. Barnes, already deeply attached to Amara, had been overwhelmed hearing the news of her being his first grandchild by blood. After everything the family had endured these past years, this felt like the first time in a long time such great news was heard in their household."Aunt May, have the kitchen prepare something very special this evening. We're celebrating tonight." Richard beamed as he pulled Ray into a tight embrace. Vicky stood nearby, still overwhelmed by the sheer warmth of everyone's reaction."Come here, my dear. Give your old man a hug." Richard pulled Vicky gently into his arms as well, murmuring a quiet gratitude against her hair long after he'd released her. "Thank you for this gift. But son, we need to discuss wedding plans.” He looked towards Ray and for a moment had a sad look again. “How I wish your mo

Chapter 75Jace shot Corren a death glare on his way off the stage. Who knew this nobody would beat him so badly, humiliating him in front of the woman he loved. He'd make Corren pay for this eventually, but for now he had no choice between forfeiture and losing his life. He needed to be alive to take revenge on Corren. "Those were some impressive moves back there." Elaine gave Corren a knowing, amused look. "I'm guessing you didn't just heal these past three days. You trained harder too….interesting.""I didn't want you forced to fight him." Corren shrugged it off with a small laugh. "I had a feeling he wanted you dead, and we both know why." He wished her good luck as she stepped onto the stage, his expression warm and sincere. He had this hunch that Jace hated Elaine and would have used the chance to fight her to finish her off. Across the arena, Lord Ashworn looked like smoke would come out from his nose tricks any moment from now. Fury was hidden under his composed looks especi

Chapter 77The Barnes household buzzed with life that evening, guests arriving in their finest attire, laughter and warm greetings filling every corner of the estate."Hey, old friend. It's been far too long." Mr. Harrison pulled Richard into a tight embrace, both men laughing as they made their way toward the bar."How's business been in the States?" Richard asked, signaling for two glasses."Work's been….""Grandpa, carry." Little Amara, who was permanently glued to Richard's side these past months, raised her arms insistently."Come here, my little angel." Richard scooped her up effortlessly, settling her against his hip."She's gotten so big." Mr. Harrison smiled, waving gently at her. "I hope she's a good girl for her grandpa.""She is. The most obedient princess in this whole house, aren't you?" Richard pinched her chubby cheek affectionately, beaming ear to ear. Amara had grown into a striking blend of her parents, Ray's sharp eyes and strong jaw with a soft look of her late gr

Chapter 79Richard pushed through the growing crowd. "Enough." He gripped Celeste's shoulder, firm but controlled, stopping her hysterical sobbing mid breath. "Butler Thornton, please see our guests out. We have a family matter to attend to. Have Aunt May take Amara up to bed."The staff scattered instantly to obey, and Richard stepped fully into the room, leaving Vicky frozen in the doorway very much in shock."Bathroom now…dont come out until you’ve changed into something decent. You look a mess." His voice came cold, giving Celeste no room to argue. She gathered the bedspread tighter around herself and disappeared through the connecting door without another word.Richard crossed to the bed, shaking Ray's shoulder roughly. "Ray…. Ray, wake up." Ray stirred only slightly and his eyes fluttered half open. He started mumbling something incoherent, his words slurred and disconnected. He seemed exactly like a man drowning in cheap liquor. Richard pressed two fingers to his son's pulse. F