During the first week after our wedding, Grandfather handed over the ledgers for Silverpine's northern territories.
Father had barely reached for them when Grandfather stopped him.
"Marcus, move to the country estate. Silverpine's affairs are no longer your concern."
Father froze.
I accepted the ledgers without hesitation.
An elder from Moon Court laid the auction records before me.
"Your mother never authorized the sale. Selena forged your signature. However, if we pursue the investigation, your father will be implicated as well. Would you prefer to settle this privately..."
"Continue the investigation." I placed my hand firmly on the documents. "And bring back my mother's crown."
The day the crown was returned, Selena stood staring at its case. Her hand moved toward it, then stop
