Kiss My Revenge The Heiress Strikes Back novel Chapter 312

Virelia, the Hawke family meeting.

"So, that wraps up the report on Alden’s family situation over in Zephra, Ardenza."

The member who had been sent to investigate in Ardenza finished their debrief. As soon as the words were out, the other family members began murmuring amongst themselves.

"Holy moly, I can't believe what happened with Alden's family."

"No wonder Mr. Dennis Hawke and the others kicked him out back then. Leaving a bad apple like him in the family could have dragged us all down."

"What was it that got him kicked out again?"

"I can't remember exactly. Something about him nearly getting the family into trouble. After saving his skin, the family decided to cut him loose. Oh, and there was something off about his genetics, I think."

"He's no saint either, getting involved with his own adopted daughter. It's scandalous, even juicier than any royal gossip around here."

"It's a shame, really. All four of his kids ended up in jail too."

"Those kids have issues too, they and their dad are probably alike. No surprise they all ended up behind bars."

"Ultimately, it all started because of that adopted daughter."

"Hey, what about their biological daughter?"

Darcy, the current head honcho of the Hawke Group, had a somber look in his eyes. When the Hawke family hit a rough patch, Alden did come seeking help from the main family.

But they turned him down. They had already caught wind of the Hawke family’s troubles, so they weren't about to lend a hand.

The mention of heirs quickly shifted the conversation.

The Hawke Group was facing the challenge of grooming a new heir so far. In a family like this, the heir was chosen based on merit.

Everyone present was a direct descendant of the Hawke family. And the heir was a symbol of vested interests. Naturally, everyone hoped their branch would rise to the top.

That was why marriages and births within these family branches happened around the same time, ensuring their offspring wouldn’t be sidelined due to age.

"By the way, Fiona, where's your boy? Haven't seen him around," Dennis inquired sternly.

The only one missing was Fiona's son, Carter Hawke.

Fiona, while touching up her makeup, replied, "He’s apparently off to Ardenza. The butler mentioned he’s gone to meet some girl he’s been dating online. Guess he’s off to meet her in person."