Chapter 1053 Ripples Everywhere

When Malcolm was mentioned, Crystal's expression soured. "Lord Malcolm intends to send Ms. Seraphine abroad, but she doesn’t want to go."

So, it seemed that Seraphine was stalling. But everyone knew what kind of person Malcolm was. This delay wouldn't last long.

Curtis sighed. "Then, let her go."

Crystal's face paled. "Sir!"

Sending Seraphine abroad? If she left now, it would mean losing everything she had in Simeria.

"Things gained through manipulation are never truly yours," Curtis said, his voice deep, cutting off Crystal before she could speak.

Crystal's already troubled expression darkened further. What did he mean by "things gained through manipulation"?

"Sir, Ms. Seraphine grew up in the Holly family. Before Ms. Bianca returned, she was your only daughter. What Lord Malcolm did this time is not just an insult to Ms. Seraphine. He humiliated the Holly family too!" Crystal said seriously.

Seraphine’s earlier reaction made sense now. The Holly family seemed to really not ca