Chapter 11: Binding Sode no Shirayuki
Outside the house, Satoru's expression darkened the moment he heard the terms of the bet. Without hesitation, he moved to rush inside and stop it.
However, before he could take a single step, the old man beside him reached out and held him back.
"Satoru, wait."
"Clan head, I don't approve of this bet!"
Satoru's face was filled with frustration. He didn't understand why the old man was stopping him. If this bet went through, knowing Satoshi's personality, his brother would absolutely honor it.
"Calm yourself," the old man said, narrowing his eyes as he looked into the forge. His gaze was locked onto Satoshi.
"Satoru, you're still too impatient at times."
"You and Satoshi may be twins, but your personalities complement each other. Satoshi is too calm and methodical, while you're too impulsive and restless."
"Perhaps... fate arranged it this way."
The old man let out a slow breath before continuing, his voice steady.
"Think carefully, do you truly believe that someone like Satoshi would make a bet he couldn't win?"