Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Chapter 660

That single sentence froze the air in the room.

To outsiders, Albus had always been known for fairness and discipline. After decades in power, he had never shown favoritism. Yet now his most valued granddaughter stood before him and called him unfair.

Albus paused. His expression did not change, but his presence grew heavier, edged with restrained authority. "So, you're still saying I'm wrong?"

The calmer he sounded, the more it revealed how tightly he held back his anger. No matter how accomplished Diana was, she was not yet in a position to confront him head-on.

Raymond understood that at once. He stepped forward and moved to shield her, raising a hand as if to pull her behind him.

Between the two of them, he was the better target. He had spent years building a bad reputation. Taking the blow meant nothing to him.

act, Diana lifted a hand and

it, then I won't deny

the

But the

been sharp, composed, and perceptive. She understood people, weighed interests, and always put the family first. She was the most suitable successor. That was why, as she

such a young age filled him with pride. Now that same granddaughter stood before him

tension in the room tightened. Even Raymond felt a jolt of shock. He looked at her in disbelief. This

confront their grandfather over this. The outcome was already set. Theodore's reputation could

a few careful words, and let it pass.

"Grandpa," Diana said.