Chapter 1244

Out of all the members of the Gordon family, Baxter and his two sons were the most restless.

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“Who does Neera think she is? Why does she deserve to suddenly become the district president and even secure a position as an elder in the guild? It’s absolutely ridiculous!”

“Dad, we need to come up with a plan quickly. Are we just going to stand by and watch her become increasingly arrogant? She’s just an outsider. What right does she have to dominate us? If this continues, she’ll have complete control over the Gordon family and can do whatever she wants!”

Baxter’s supporters also expressed their anger on his behalf..

Someone spoke up, “Exactly! You’ve worked tirelessly over the years and given your all to the Gordon family. It wouldn’t be impossible for you to become the head of the family. Yet Chad handed such an important position to an outsider, and a naive girl at that. The family has become a laughingstock!”

“That woman is gaining more and more power these days, and the situation is becoming increasingly unfavorable for us. If we don’t do something soon, she’ll have full control over the Gordon family,” said another.

right. This time, we must stop her no matter what. We can’t let her become an elder! If anyone should take that position, it should be you, Mr. Baxter! She isn’t

started talking over each other in the living room, creating a chaotic

and looking grim. Annoyed by the noise, he huffed impatiently. “Enough! Stop arguing! What’s the use of making such a fuss? Do you think all this chatter can change reality? You’re all prominent and respected individuals, so why do

the others fell silent

become a laughingstock, nor do we want to witness its decline. I get it. Don’t you think I feel the same? I haven’t been able to sleep or eat these

glances, their brows

you mean by that, Dad? Are you just going to let this slide? This is the position of a guild elder we’re talking about! It’s the highest honor. Are

Estate. What if her loyalties shift? Wouldn’t that put our family in danger? It’s already risky to have someone like her as the head of the family, so how

said before, does panicking help?” Baxter retorted, shooting them a sidelong

we just going to stand by

atmosphere filled the living room. Everyone looked upset, with resentment and jealousy

Baxter finally spoke again after a long silence, his tone was meaningful and laced with a hint of cold mockery. “Hah… If she thinks she can become a guild elder without any obstacles, she can dream on! Don’t forget, it’s not just us but the other families as well who are closely watching. Many are dissatisfied with her. When the time comes, we won’t need to intervene as there’ll be plenty of people to stop her. We’ll just have to sit back and enjoy the show. And if the guild wavers in their decision, we’ll speak up at the

Estate, Tiago leisurely climbed the stairs with a cup of coffee

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