Chapter 260: Succession Structure

Chapter 260: Succession Structure

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Caesar finally agreed to entrust Marcus with all of Romes response to Han.

Han was an unknown entity to Caesar as well, since it was located far east of India, and he didnt have much interest in it yet.

It seemed that the plan that Marcus was setting up would take at least several decades, or even a hundred years.

He thought that he wouldnt live to see the result, so he hoped that Marcus would handle it well.

Of course, the biggest reason was that Caesar didnt have enough leeway to pay attention to Han with enthusiasm.

Well, now that were done with todays work, lets take a break

Just as Marcus stretched his shoulders and tried to get up from his seat, he heard a voice calling him from outside.

The two men looked at Spartacus, who was guarding them from the side.

He bowed his head slightly and glanced at the unexpected visitor.

He heard a lively womans voice and a slightly awkward mans voice.

I wondered where he went. He must have been caught by Sophia. I thought he ran away because he hated paperwork.

He immediately figured out who it was, but he pretended not to know until Spartacus reported it.

It wouldnt set a good example to skip the procedure just because they knew each other during official work hours.

Sir Marcus, Sophia and Octavius are here.

Tell them to come in. I just finished my work.

As soon as the permission was given, Sophia entered with a quick step.

Unlike Octavius, who followed her with an embarrassed smile, Sophia approached Marcus with a bright smile.

Father, are you done with your work?

Yes, I see you finished your morning classes too. How is Rome treating you?

He tried to maintain a stern expression, but anyone could see that his lips were curling up uncontrollably.

He was so used to smiling like a clown in front of his daughter that no one else reacted much.

Sophia sat close to Marcus and stuck out her tongue at the huge pile of documents on the desk.

Wow, did you do all this in the morning?

Of course. If I dont, Ill have less time to drink tea with you.

Hehe.

She laughed happily and Marcus smiled back at her.Rêạd new chapters on no/v/e/lbin(.)com

The pain that had accumulated from excessive work since dawn melted away like snow.

Is this why office workers say they feel refreshed when they see their daughters after work?

Octavius, who had been watching from behind, approached cautiously and bowed his head.

Im sorry I couldnt help you. Sophia wouldnt let me go even after her morning classes

Its fine. If she had fun thanks to you, thats enough for me.

Octavius breathed a sigh of relief at Marcuss kind voice and sat down opposite him.

Sophia wanted to sit on Marcuss lap like before, but it would be troublesome if rumors spread that she still played on her fathers lap as a grown woman.

So, what brings you two here?

When Marcus gestured for her to continue, Sophia calmly said.

But right now, Uncle Cato is almost isolated in the Senate. He has no foundation at all since he completely broke up with Grandpa Cicero, who used to watch his back. In this situation, I dont think he can even be a hollow opposition force.

So youre saying it would be better if I added a few more people from my side.

Yes. At least he needs to have some form to express his opinions. And I dont think the existence of a healthy opposition force is only valuable strategically. If there is a logical reason for the opposing opinion, it can also be an opportunity to reconsider the policy once more, right?

Hahaha, our granddaughter is very smart.

Caesar revealed his satisfaction as he stroked Sophias head.

He also thought how nice it would be if his grandson Trajanus followed her even half as much.

He felt sorry for his granddaughter Sophias talent.

If she had been born a boy, Caesar would have used all means to give her everything as his bloodline.

But unfortunately, women could not rise to that position in Rome.

Maybe in the distant future, but not right now.

It was impossible no matter how hard he thought about it.

His eyes naturally turned to Octavius, who was sitting across from Sophia.

He was Marcuss confidant and Caesars relative, so there was nothing wrong with his status.

If Sophia and Octavius got together, there would be no better picture than that.

Then maybe he should marry them off and turn the power over to the maternal side.

This was realistically possible.

The most important thing was what arrangement Marcus had in mind, but it wouldnt hurt to keep it as an option.

After chatting for about two cups of tea, Sophia got up from her seat as if she was satisfied.

Marcus looked at his daughters back as she almost dragged Octavius out with her with a smile on his face.

Caesar also had a similar expression on his face.

She is kind and has insight and wisdom. She reminds me of Julia when she was young.

I can imagine how much you loved Julia.

But its also sad when your daughter is too smart. Dont you feel that way too?

Me?

Dont you ever think that it would have been nice if she was the son who would inherit the family? She is much smarter than Trajanus. She has been like that since she was young and she will always be like that in front of her brother. If Octavius is next to her, even more so.

But the person who will be the head of the house is Trajanus. Thats not a very good situation. Sophia might feel resentful in her own way. And if their abilities are combined, they might push Trajanus out and concentrate power on Octaviuss side. Thats possible enough, isnt it?

If that situation was going to happen anyway, it might be better to push Sophia and Octavius from the beginning.

Caesar understood his intention.

Marcus had also considered many possibilities and wondered what the most ideal succession plan would be.

I still have time, so I havent narrowed down the possibilities to one case. The next schedule is related to the topic we are talking about, so why dont we continue the conversation there?

The next schedule is probably

Yes. Its the inauguration ceremony of the military academy. Im going to give a speech to the chief freshman myself. Lets see what his name is

Marcus paused for a moment on purpose and then said.

Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa.

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