Chapter 792

The main hall buzzed with people, most of them well into their fifties. The sixteen people were engaged in a serious discussion.

Keith pulled Summer close behind him, causing every eye to turn their way. While everyone recognized Keith, they were puzzled by the unfamiliar woman accompanying him.

Although Summer belonged to the Quigley family, she was rarely seen in public gatherings of the elite, so few knew her. Recognizing Summer, York looked startled at first, then furious.

"Keith, what is the meaning of this?"

"I need to talk to you about something important."

"Talk? Whatever it is, this isn't the right moment. Do you understand where you are?"

They were standing in the Ritter family's ancestral hall, a place steeped in tradition and reverence, typically reserved for formal family meetings. Keith's abrupt entrance with Summer was a breach of decorum, especially with so many elders in attendance.

With a commanding wave of his hand, York ordered, "Everyone, leave us."

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