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    It was well known that Ralph had nned a marriage alliance with the Quinn family. But now, with this unknown woman set to be Nate’s wife, it was clear that trouble was on the horizon.


    As the minutes dragged on, lunchtime finally approached.


    Ralph surveyed the room, his voice steady as he announced, “It’s time for lunch. Please head to the dining room.”


    He was the first to rise, and one by one, the others followed.


    In the dining room, the servantsid out the food in an organized manner. The meal was simple, nothing remarkable. Yet, with Corrine there, the atmosphere felt oddly tense.


    When they saw Nate peeling shrimp for Corrine and cutting her steak, their reactions were as if they had witnessed a miracle.


    It wasn’t just the other family leaders who were stunned; even the Hopkins family members couldn’t hide their amazement. Nate had been personally guided by Ralph for years.


    Under Ralph’s influence, Nate had always seen rtionships as a hassle. Over time, many had tried every trick in the book to get women into his bed, but he remainedpletely indifferent.


    This only strengthened the belief that Nate was cold and uninterested in women.


    But now, Nate was showing Corrine such kindness.


    His soft gaze was like a calm river, drawing in anyone who saw it.


    During lunch, everyone’s opinion of Corrine shiftedpletely.


    Even the members of the Hopkins coteral branches kept their distance, careful not to show any disrespect.


    After lunch, people returned to the lounge in small groups to rx.


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    Once the door closed, the conversation quickly turned to Corrine.


    “Who exactly is this Corrine? How did she manage to convince Ralph to bring her to the meeting?”


    That was Ralph Hopkins! Ralph was notorious for his cold-bloodedness and cleverness, feared far and wide.


    Even the members of the Elder Council tread carefully around him. He had once been a terrifying figure on the Independent Continent, and just hearing his name was enough to send a chill down anyone’s spine.


    “She’s just from some no-name family,” Andromache said with a sneer, clearly disgusted. “I can’t believe you’re all so intimidated by a mere girl!” Her words caused the others to exchange uneasy nces.


    Finally, someone spoke up. “Andromache, you’re Ralph’s daughter. We can’tpare to you. When Darrion’s family was wiped out in one night, it was a clear warning. We need to be cautious.”


    Andromache scoffed, “Fortune favors the brave. Darrion’s family was a hundred times bolder than any of you!”


    She set her cup down and left the room.


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