Chapter 88

Gabriel's world seemed to shatter around him as the steward's words sunk in. “This is all true?" he repeated, his voice barely above a whisper.

Steward Baker nodded gravely. "Yes, Master Gabriel. Your father went to great lengths to conceal your true identity from his family. He feared they would use you as a pawn in their power struggles."

Gabriel felt a surge of anger and betrayal welling up inside him. "And my mother... her death was orchestrated by them too?" he demanded, his voice trembling with emotion.

The steward's expression was pained as he confirmed Gabriel's worst fears. "I'm afraid so, Master Gabriel. Your mother's death was not an accident. It was a calculated move by your father's family to eliminate any threats to their power."

Gabriel's hands clenched into fists as he struggled to process the truth. "How could they... How could my own family do such things?" he whispered, his voice choked with emotion.

The steward placed a comforting hand on Gabriel's shoulder. "I wis
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