Chapter 260.2

Chapter 260.2

Extra chapter thanks to Max

Chapter 260.2. Menou Elizabeth In Fear

-???’s POV-

I was acutely aware of the maids’ gazes observing me, casting an uncertain look. Just a while ago, such impolite stares were absent.

The maids of the prestigious Menou Marquisate had undergone rigorous training. They wouldn’t engage in disrespectful behavior that Elizabeth and her companions could notice.

This situation itself was evidence of the growing tension.

With measured footsteps, I advanced and soon caught sight of the meeting room.

No sound emanated from the room, which had been protected by anti-spy magic.

“It seems quiet, but what’s the reality behind it?”

Muttering softly, I pushed open the imposing door crafted from ancient magic wood without knocking.

Inside, a long table covered with a white tablecloth adorned with intricate embroidery was placed on the floor, on top of a long carpet with long-piled threads that had been popular in the past. Antique chairs surrounded the table, and everyone was seated, engaged in lively discussions and debates.

Upon entering, the scene confirmed my expectations, and my expression turned cold and calculated. Visitt novelbin(.)co/m for the latest updates

The once boisterous assembly turned their attention to me in unison, but I carried on without acknowledging it, heading toward the head of the table.

“Miss Elizabeth, you’re a bit late.”

“Oh? I believe I’m right on time. Or should I say, was I late? I wonder what opinion you have about that?”

“It’s been a week since our father passed away due to heart failure. From now on, I’ll be at the center of the family, leading us to prosperity.”

“Haha.”

The branch families’ member bowed their heads obediently, prompting a satisfied nod from the dear brother.

That should be fine, right? I thought inwardly with relief, but that judgment proved a bit premature.

“So, here it is. I’ll share our future plans. We... We will continue to strive to overthrow Cat Kitty Company, but even more importantly, we’ll prioritize crushing the detestable Takano County!”

“W-Wait... Is that for real, Lord Head?”

Everyone was surprised by dear brother’s declaration, and one man as a representative questioned him.

“Isn’t it obvious? We’ve suffered enough at the hands of Takano County all this time! Father even died from the stress! If we don’t fight back now, our Menou Marquisate’s reputation will get tarnished!”

As the dear brother pounded the table vehemently, a headache started to form, making me want to clutch my head.

Considering what father had done, this outcome was inevitable. Power struggles were common among the nobility. It was unreasonable to be angry.

Moreover, it was he who took direct action and ended up defeated.

“Dear brother? Are you really planning to fight back? Ah, you mean in the future, right?”

That would make more sense. While I held animosity towards my father for nearly killing me, it was different with my dear brother. It might not be a bad idea to make him a hypothetical enemy and use that to unify the family.

“Are you kidding, My Sister? Of course, we’ll fight back with all our might! We need to rally the family’s strength and strike back with full force!”

As my dear brother glared at me with a furious expression, I let out an obvious sigh and met his gaze firmly.

“Feel free to do as you wish. I, on the other hand, intend to use my inheritance to establish a new trading company.”

I had to uphold my promise to Takano Miu. I conveyed this with a cold look in my eyes.