"So, how about it, Your Honor? The evidence is clear, and in my view, the Red Obsidian Trading House's claims are completely unreasonable," Nolan said firmly.
All eyes turned to Louis, waiting for his response.
After a brief silence, Louis drew a deep breath and replied coldly, "Your evidence is indeed strong, but that doesn't mean the Red Obsidian Trading House's demands are entirely wrong. The Castellan family is on the brink of collapse, and they may no longer be able to hold their power."
"As far as I recall, there is a regional law that governs this matter. It states that if a noble family has no heir or direct descendant of its head, their status will be stripped. Isn't that right, Duke Austin?"
His gaze remained calm, though a playful glint flickered in his eyes.
Alvaron frowned. The law did exist—it had been established long ago by his grandfather.
It required every noble family to have an heir from the direct bloodline of the current head.
