In fact, in the eyes of the Edwards family, the true orchestrator behind everything was none other than Shard, who had barely spoken. The Furen brothers knew Shard was not part of the Edwards, but the Edwards brothers had no idea up until now.
Prior to the banquet, Megan and Audrey crafted an amulet using their hair and blood and gave it to Shard, allowing Edwards bloodline members to perceive him as one of their own when he was near.
However, for all those attending today, whether Shard was indeed a family member was irrelevant; his declaration to lead them in defying the ancestors was what mattered most. The Circle Sorcerers, who regarded Shard as a "God Summoner" of Thirteen Rings, understood keenly that not even the combined might of the entire family could contend with the frightening Diviner. Thus, there had to be at least one member capable of confronting the ancestors.
For now, Shard seemed the best candidate.
