Chapter 118: Ruined Reputation

Colton had been watching this case closely. He invested so much in this case without holding back. He had been cautious and never committed any mistake that might cause suspicions during the investigation.

According to his spies, it was supposed to be approved today!

"Have you seen what state my son is in? Could he manage the inheritance while he was sleeping on his bed? My son is invalid and can no longer take care of the property!" Colton pointed out the obvious.

"We knew that, sir. However, the cause of Javier Albretch's accident is suspicious and we suspected that it was a homicide. As the guardian who will be the receiving end of the inheritance, you also fall under suspicion."

"Homicide? My son was in an accident! Are you trying to tear apart our family? Do you even have proof of what you are saying!"

"We do."

Colton halted. His eyes almost went wide.

They have proof?!

"Also, we can't grant you access to inheritance for another reason."

"...What is it?" Colton suddenly had a ba