The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 1304

As The Gates Estate faded into the distance, Nora’s eyes blurred with tears she couldn’t hold back. She promised herself she’d come back the first chance she got... but if something happened, if fate had other plans, then maybe all she could do was repay her father’s love in another life.

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An hour later, the X Organization’s private jet lifted off from Cabinda International Airport. If everything went smoothly, they’d touch down on the Isle of Veil in ten hours.

“Anthony, with the Churchill family’s help, Solenia, the X Organization, and the N Organization are all getting into the Isle of Veil,” Hans said, his tone respectful. “So far, the Hawk family hasn’t caught on.”

“The Churchills?” Franco’s eyes narrowed, a puzzled look crossing his face. “If I’m not mistaken, Damaris is still running the Churchill family, right?”

Damaris had always been known for being ruthless, not to mention her years of working with the Hawk family on genetic mutation research. There was no way she’d sit back and watch their rivals move into her territory without a fight.

“Damaris is under house arrest,” Anthony answered, gently spreading a blanket over Charlotte. “Newell’s in charge now.”

Newell? He locked up his own mother just to seize power?

Franco looked taken aback for a moment, then a hint of sarcasm curved his lips. “After everything she’s done, she doesn’t deserve to be called a mother.”

“Honestly, house arrest is nothing. No one would be surprised if he went further. But…” Franco’s voice softened, his gaze shifting to Charlotte, eyes full of concern. “Everything’s happening too easily. We need to be on guard, or the Hawk family might be setting a trap.”

Even if the Churchills were helping from the shadows, it was almost suspicious that not a single hint had leaked out.

“No matter what he’s got in mind, the Hawk family’s next leader is going to be me.” Aloys turned from the window, his expression icy as he looked at Marcia. “How’s the job I gave you coming along?”

“It’s all set.” Marcia nodded, her voice soft but steady. “Most of our people in the Hawk family are loyal to us. If anything goes wrong, they’ll be on our side. And there’s more…”

“I’ve been in touch with Damaris. When she heard about the antidote, she agreed to cooperate. The Churchill family’s forces are now under our command.”

“Damaris agreed that easily?” Aloys frowned, clearly skeptical. Something about it just didn’t seem real.

“Don’t worry, Father. I spoke to her myself. There’s no mistake.” With the Churchill family backing them, Marcia’s confidence grew. She flashed him a reassuring smile. “We have a real shot at winning this.”