Chapter 683 Cruelty (5) See Cecilia
As soon as the words were spoken, Tomas and Alfonso were visibly shocked, but they also had some doubts about Alaric.
Alaric appeared very sincere, "I am willing to do anything for Mr. Monroe, even die. I just hope Mr. Monroe can save Cecilia."
Tomas scrutinized Alaric and said, "Your feelings for Cecilia run that deep?"
"That's just one aspect," Alaric said bluntly. "Gideon's actions have really crossed my line. I admit I don't have your esteemed status, but I have my principles. I can't accept that my efforts are met with suspicion, so I want to teach Gideon a lesson."
"Excellent!" Tomas praised, "A man should have such boldness!"
He seemed to be complimenting Alaric, but in reality, he was just trying to win him over, making him willingly work for him.
"Mr. Monroe," Alaric continued respectfully, "On the day of the banquet, once the assassin attempts to kill you and implicates Gideon, Gideon will definitely panic on the spot. He won't explain himself; his first instinct will be to leave to ensure his safety. And once he leaves, it will further indicate his guilt. But this is only temporary, a momentary misunderstanding. When investigated, it won't legally bind Gideon. After all, it's all part of our plan. So..."
Tomas and Alfonso stared intently at Alaric, clearly very interested in what he had to say.
"So before the matter is fully investigated and before Gideon can defend himself, we need to kill Gideon. In other words, when he tries to leave, we send someone to chase and kill him. This way, all the truth will be buried, and we will eliminate Gideon, our biggest problem! Without Gideon, the Hotchner family poses no threat, and Mr. Monroe, defeating the Hotchner family will be a piece of cake for you!"
Tomas nodded, clearly approving of Alaric.
But he didn't give a direct affirmative response; he turned to look at Alfonso.
Alfonso was also very satisfied with Alaric's suggestion.
If everything went smoothly, Gideon would soon be dead, and the Hotchner family would be destroyed. In this way, the Monroe family would control the entire empire!
The thought of this made Alfonso excited.
He gave Tomas a look.
They were equally sinister.
Tomas said, "We are very satisfied with your method, but this is not a small matter. I need to discuss it further."
"Yes," Alaric never forced anyone.
This made him seem always obedient.
In fact, he was very clear that Tomas would definitely accept his plan.
"Go back and wait for news," Tomas ordered.
Alaric respectfully left.
After Alaric left, Tomas's sinister smile was no longer concealed. He said, "Alfonso, I didn't expect Alaric to be so capable! He came up with such a good method so quickly. After thinking it over, the success rate is indeed very high. Alaric has considered everything we want!"
"Yes," Alfonso also did not hide his approval of Alaric's suggestion, "But we still can't be careless. After all, Alaric was previously Gideon's subordinate. Although he betrayed Gideon, we can't fully trust Alaric. I think we can use Alaric's suggestion but not the timing in his plan."
"What do you mean?" Tomas looked at Alfonso.
"I mean, we first reject Alaric's plan, telling him that now is not the right time and that we need to wait. Then, we choose a suitable day and inform Alaric that we have decided to proceed, asking him to cooperate immediately. The purpose is to catch Alaric unprepared. I'm afraid he might team up with Gideon to harm us!" Alfonso thought deeply.
"Good!" Tomas decided, "Alfonso, I haven't trained you in vain all these years. When the time comes, the control of the empire will be yours!"
Hearing this, Alfonso couldn't help but feel happy.
He respectfully said, "Dad, I will not disappoint you!"
Alaric left the Monroe Mansion.
He thought a lot in the car on the way back.
He knew very well that the Monroe family couldn't fully trust him.
Tomas was okay; he was old and didn't consider many things thoroughly. But Alfonso, who had been by Tomas's side for many years, had learned Tomas's cunning to perfection, even surpassing him.
But the Monroe family couldn't refuse such a good way to target the Hotchner family. It was just a matter of distrust and changing the timing.
He pursed his lips and took out his phone to dial, "Dashiell."
"Alaric," Dashiell answered, knowing something was up, especially with such a serious tone.
"Prepare to come to Astralton City," Alaric ordered.
"Okay."
"Find a reasonable excuse, like a business trip," Alaric reminded.
"Okay."
"Get ready. I'll notify you in advance once the time is confirmed."
"Yes."
After giving instructions, Alaric was about to hang up.
"Alaric, is something big happening?" Dashiell asked.
"Yes."
Alaric didn't explain much.
After all, Dashiell could figure out many things.
He hung up and called Gideon, "Mr. Hotchner."
"I want to see Cecilia," Alaric said directly.
"Alaric, you're being unreasonable," Gideon said, his face darkening, clearly refusing.
"I've figured out how to deal with the Monroe family, but first, you need to show me that Cecilia is doing well."
"Are you threatening me?"
"I just want to see Cecilia," Alaric insisted.
"Alaric, you should know you have no right to negotiate with me."
"I always thought our relationship was mutually beneficial," Alaric said, neither humble nor arrogant.
Gideon's face turned visibly ugly.
He was clearly being threatened by Alaric.
Alaric said, "I just want to see her. I don't have the ability to take her away under your control. If I could, I wouldn't have let her go with you."
"You better not cross my line," Gideon abruptly hung up.
He didn't give any answer.
But Alaric knew he had achieved his goal.
After all, what Gideon wanted was the Monroe family's downfall.
Gideon couldn't remain indifferent to Alaric's words about dealing with the Monroe family.
Sure enough, a few minutes later, Gideon sent him a message, "In half an hour, lose all your surveillance and come to the Hotchner Mansion!"
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