Chapter 755: Elsa’s In-Laws Taken for Investigation

At the Langdon family’s ancient castle in Hartwood, Carl knelt in the family shrine. His back was ramrod straight, beads of sweat trickling down his forehead as he held Trevor’s gaze. Carl’s narrow, phoenix-shaped eyes appeared obedient, but beneath the surface, they brimmed with defiance. Trevor noticed, of course, but he didn’t care. “You’ve really grown bold, haven’t you? Taking just a handful of men to challenge the Brookes family? Are you tired of living? If Evan hadn’t stepped in to shield you today, you’d be the one lying on a bed barely breathing right now!” He paused to catch his breath, his voice low and cutting. “Carl, if being the heir to the Langdon family is too much for you, just say so. There are plenty of others in this family eager to take your place. You’re not the only one.” Indeed, Carl wasn’t the only option. There was always Luke—that bastard. Carl wanted to retort with that very thought, but he knew it would only enrage Trevor further. His e