Chapter 712 Chaotic Situation (17) Conflict Arises
"We all understand Mr. Monroe," the media quickly echoed Tomas, "and we truly feel sorry for Mr. Hotchner."
Tomas sighed heavily and said, "Gideon has passed away without having any children. I had hoped Gideon could become my son-in-law, but Lyra is quite outgoing and found someone she liked early on. Juniper is still young. Now that she's finally at a marriageable age, Gideon has met with misfortune. It's a pity the Hotchner family has no descendants..."
The more Tomas spoke, the more upset he became.
Tomas's display truly made it seem like he was deeply saddened by Gideon's death.
The media also echoed Tomas, saying many grand and righteous things.
Until a reporter, arranged by the Monroe family, spoke up, "Mr. Monroe, with Mr. Hotchner's passing, the Hotchner family has no descendants. Mrs. Hotchner is overly grief-stricken and appears extremely frail, unable to manage the Hotchner family's affairs. What will happen to the Hotchner family's power in the future?"
Tomas pretended to be surprised by the reporter's question, "I am truly too heartbroken to have thought about all this. For now, the Hotchner family is doing fine; we'll discuss this later."
"Mr. Monroe," at this moment, an important official suddenly spoke up, "the Yakurosean Empire is managed by two major noble families. Now that something has happened to the Hotchner family, we cannot let things develop naturally. This concerns the stability of the Yakurosean Empire and its people. Mr. Monroe, you need to consider this sooner. Without a leader for the Hotchner family, any unrest would be a disaster for our Yakurosean Empire! Everyone is very sad and knows Mr. Monroe is also very sad, but for the sake of the people and the country, Mr. Monroe, you must take on your responsibility."
Such words were truly high-sounding and somewhat aggressive, seemingly forcing Tomas to manage the Hotchner family's affairs.
It also made Tomas appear noble and righteous.
Alaric stood in a corner, observing the situation around him.
If nothing unexpected happened, Gideon would appear in an hour.
This one hour was the best time for Dashiell and Hugo to rescue Francis and Cecilia.
He swallowed slightly, trying to focus on the scene and not get distracted.
Tomas spoke again, helplessly, "I also want to help the Hotchner family manage their affairs, but the Hotchner family has no descendants now. I can't even find someone to train as a successor, which is truly heartbreaking for me."
"In fact, before the two major noble families took over the governance, our Yakurosean Empire was managed by the Royal Family of Whitaker. Later, for various reasons, the two major noble families took on the responsibility of managing the Yakurosean Empire. Of course, the two major noble families have done very well, and the Yakurosean Empire has developed greatly. But now, with the only leader of the Hotchner family, Gideon, deceased, and no descendants or suitable successors, the only one who can take on the responsibility of managing the Yakurosean Empire is you. So, I believe, Mr. Monroe, you should take on this responsibility and open your arms to integrate the Hotchner family with the Monroe family. I know this puts a lot of pressure on Mr. Monroe and adds many tasks, but the Yakurosean Empire cannot be without a leader. I hope Mr. Monroe can take on this heavy responsibility!"
Just as Tomas was about to speak, other officials also echoed, "Please, Mr. Monroe, take on this heavy responsibility and let the Hotchner family integrate with the Monroe family."
"Please, Mr. Monroe, take on this heavy responsibility..."
Suddenly, a unanimous voice echoed throughout the venue.
Most of the people attending Gideon's memorial were actually from the Monroe family, and the current situation was also orchestrated by them.
Tomas was putting on a show, making it seem like he was reluctantly taking over the Hotchner family's power.
This way, his reputation wouldn't suffer.
Under the request of so many important officials, Tomas reluctantly nodded, "I understand you all and know you are standing from the perspective of the country. For so many years, our two major noble families have been working hard for the development of the Yakurosean Empire. Now that the Hotchner family has encountered such a disaster, it is naturally our Monroe family's unshirkable responsibility to take on the management of the country. I will not decline. Here, I solemnly agree to everyone's request. The Hotchner family's power will be fully managed by our Monroe family, and all future affairs of the Hotchner family will be handled by us!"
Tomas's words were filled with nobility and righteousness.
A round of applause erupted from the audience.
It seemed they had forgotten it was Gideon's memorial and turned it into an inauguration ceremony for the Monroe family.
In the midst of this excitement, a man named Brad Thornton suddenly stepped forward.
He was an official belonging to the Hotchner family.
On the surface, he had submitted to the Monroe family.
According to the plot, this person would also publicly submit to the Monroe family, to show the people of the nation that the Monroe family's takeover of the Hotchner family's power was more acceptable.
Tomas looked at Brad warmly.
He displayed tolerance and acceptance of the Hotchner family's power.
"Mr. Monroe," Brad said respectfully.
Tomas nodded, "Do you have something to say?"
"Yes," Brad nodded.
"Speak freely, even if you have criticisms of me," Tomas said generously.
Brad looked at Tomas. A hint of coldness flashed in his eyes.
He said, "Mr. Monroe, as an official belonging to the Hotchner family, I am very grateful for your acceptance and inclusion of the Hotchner family. I am also very fortunate that the Yakurosean Empire has a leader like you."
Hearing these words, Tomas couldn't hide his inner joy, but he maintained a solemn demeanor, "I am glad to have your approval. I will do my utmost to help the Hotchner family and manage all its affairs. I hope to have your support."
"Mr. Monroe is the only person in the Yakurosean Empire who can take on the responsibility of managing the entire country," Brad complimented, "If Mr. Hotchner is dead, I will fully support your management of the Hotchner family."
Tomas's face suddenly darkened.
Others also felt the tension due to Brad's untimely words.
What did he just say, if Mr. Hotchner was dead?
"Mr. Hotchner is dead," an important official from the Monroe family said, his tone also somewhat harsh.
"Is he really dead?" Brad retorted, "Who can tell that the body is Mr. Hotchner?"
"We tested the DNA, and Giselle also personally confirmed it was Mr. Hotchner."
"DNA?" Brad laughed even more sarcastically, "Then can Giselle publicly confirm to the media that the person lying in the coffin is Mr. Hotchner?"
"You know Giselle is too grief-stricken to speak."
"Is it that she can't speak, or you won't let her speak!"
"Enough! Today is not for you to cause trouble; it's to mourn Mr. Hotchner..."
"Is it really to mourn Mr. Hotchner, or is it for you Monroe family people to seize power? Everyone knows the truth," Brad sneered.
He exposed all the hidden pretenses.
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