The Scorned Heiress's Hidden Empire (by Jade Quinn) novel Chapter 136

Chapter 136

Owen turned to William and Charlotte, cutting right to the chase.

“Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell, I know you mean well and want to secure a good future for your child.

“But when the Serenity Sect accepts disciples, we value character above all, then talent. Family background doesn’t n

us at all.

“It’s great that your kid has the drive, but we can’t push it.”

He paused, his tone softening a bit. “But since I’m here, I should at least do something.

If Charlotte is truly interested, I can give her some pointers.

If we cross paths again in the future, we can discuss joining the sect at that time.”

His words sounded courteous, but the meaning was obvious. Natalie had no real chance of joining the Serenity Sect.

Offering a few pointers was just a way to show respect to the Mitchell family.

Annabelle stood off to the side, a faint smile playing at the corners of her lips.

A few pointers? Yeah, right. Mr. Cooper has no intention of actually teaching her. He’s just going through the motions. Annabelle thought.

Annabelle glanced at Natalie with a condescending air, sizing her up from above.

Judging by the way she carries herself, she probably doesn’t even know the basics, Annabelle thought.

The guests could tell Owen was just going through the motions.

He’s not even bothering to save face for the Mitchells.”

Honestly, getting a few pointers is already something. What more do you want? The Serenity Sect is tough to get auto

Looks like Miss Mitchell doesn’t stand a chance.”

forward

Ryan clenched his keys, his face turning red with anger as he stepped forward to block Nataite

Why are you looking down on her? Natalie’s the one who gets our whole family up four morning i kyan retorted angrily

Annabelle frowned Ryan if the Serenity Sect accepted disciples based on your standards Theravine comm

.

Besides Miss Mitchell is self taught bust because you dunk she gonut doesart bodge the gap between

and receiving forinal training

“You – Ryan started but wan chat off

Ryan frowned, saable to stand Annabelle’s high and mighty artmode. He was about to step forward hot Bike stopped land Blake New Annabelle sharp look as he adjusted his caths making her heart skip a beat

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In your was way and unhorned

“Ryan’s a bit rough around the edges, but he a young and past says what he thinks Don’t bother you

Annabelle was about to breathe a sigh of relief when Blake suddenly changed hose “But furs et prog

Annabelle was stunned.

Blake continued, his tone unhurried, “You haven’t even looked at Natalie How can you say she does’t have any calien?

He paused, his gaze sweeping over Annabelle before settling on Owen

“The Serenity Sect values character first, then talent. Natalie trains every morning rain or shine, but none of you have en bothered to ask about her character. And as for talent…”

Blake’s lips curled into a faint, almost mocking smile. “You haven’t even watched her, but you already say she’s not calente

Is this the Serenity Sect’s rule, or just your own?”

Annabelle’s face turned red, and for a moment, she was completely at a loss for words.

Blake didn’t spare Annabelle another glance. He turned to Owen, his tone still calm and steady.

Mr. Cooper, I don’t mean any disrespect. Natalie didn’t grow up with us. She’s been through a lot on her own.

Now that we’ve finally found her, all we want is for her to be happy. If she gets a shot with the Serenity Sect, we ll be thril If not, that’s fine too.”

He paused for a few seconds. “But you haven’t even given her a chance, and already decided she doesn’t measure up. As he brother, I can’t just let that slide.”

With that, he stepped back, letting Natalie step forward.

William waited until Blake had said his piece before calling/out, “Blake, that’s enough!”

His words sounded stern, but his tone was gentle. Then he turned to Mr. Cooper and gave a slight nod

Mr Cooper, my son acted improperly. Please forgive him.”

1 But beyond rules, there’s also reason Passing judgment without even taking a look that’s not reasonable anywhere He spoke with dignity, he wasn’t pushy, but he wasn’t meek enher

He paused, his tone steady. “But really, he’s not wrong. The rules are set by the Serenity Sect, and the Michel Lamy respects them

The Mitchell family has thrived in Harbor City for years, and it’s never been by groveling

Owen’s face darkened

After all these years in the Serenity Sext, hed always been treated with respect wherever he went. No one had ever openly challenged hun hike this before

He was about to speak when Charlotte stepped in Mi Cooper we genuinely invited you here today so you could see what Natalie is capable of

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off the catches your car, that’s her opportunity 8 not, maybe it’s just not meant to be But you haven’t even taken a look at her before deciding she’s not good enough

She smiled. “Evert of these are the Serenity Sects rules. I have to say, they don’t really make sense

She was straightforward, basically calling out the Serenity Sect’s rules right to Owen’s face.

Everyone was stunned.

Is Mr. Mitchell out of his mind? Messing with the Serenity Sect is no joke.

‘He’s got a point, though. Saying she’s not good enough without even taking a look? That really doesn’t make sense

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