Chapter 313

The Succession of Count Galette, and Inheritance
Not then, the negotiations for compensations have concluded.
Can I return now?

"Now, about the next issue. Lily, you must return the Connie trees to the Count Galette family."

Really, Lord Sharon?
What are you trying to say now?
The tree was purchased through a legitimate transaction.

“Please wait, Prince Sharon. I also hold ownership rights to the Connie trees. Are you suggesting I relinquish them as well?”

It was Marquis Vardmoi who interjected.
Considering the Marquis is deeply involved in this contract, it’s no surprise he wouldn’t stay silent.

“I wasn’t addressing you, Marquis Vardmoi . I’m only asking Lily to relinquish her share.”

“That’s unacceptable. The Connie trees were jointly purchased by the Vardmoi Marquisate and Lily under a contract stipulating neither party could give up their share independently.”

“What?”

“Here is a copy of the contract held by the Vardmoi Marquisate.”

Marquis Vardmoi had the contract on hand.
Did he anticipate this situation?
Lord Sharon was so predictably aristocratic in his schemes that he was easy to counter.

“You made such an agreement?”

“Yes, with the approval of the McFarlane Household.”

“Tch!”

It’s your own permit, so there’s no undoing it now.
Lord Sharon’s face turned bright red.

“Enough! Count Galette, you’ll take responsibility for this incident and retire!”

“That’s outrageous! Everything was my son’s doing! How can you hold me accountable?”

“As a noble, you must take responsibility for your son’s actions, especially the heir’s. In return, I will cover the compensation owed by your heir.”

“Oh, thank you so much!”

Ah, he said it.
While I’ll make a tidy profit from this, it’s clearly another victory for Marquis Vardmoi, judging by the grin on his face.

“Then, Lord Sharon, I’ll consider the compensation for Count Galette family’s heir settled with your payment.”

“Fine! Are you satisfied now, Marquis Vardmoi ?”

“Yes. Here, a royal letter from His Majesty McFarlane.”

“From Father? What is this? I wasn’t informed!”

Lord Sharon burst out angrily.
It’s probably a decree disinheriting that heir.

“No one mentioned it before, and this is the first time the issue of succession has been brought up.”

“But if Count Galette family’s heir is disinherited, who will succeed them?”

“There is someone suitable. Summon Conniette.”

“Yes, sir!”

Mr. Gyan exited briefly and returned with Young lady Conniette.
This is all according to Marquis Vardmoi’s plan.

“I am Conniette, second daughter of Count Galette. It is an honor to meet you, Prince Sharon.”

“The Count Galette family has a second daughter?”

“Yes. My Father has treated me as if I didn’t exist, but I’m listed in the noble registry.”

“Conniette is the daughter of Count Galette’s second wife. Even if the current heir is disinherited, she can take over.”

“The second wife’s daughter? Will that cause no issues?”

“None at all. The first wife of the Count Galette is a spendthrift and former baron’s daughter, while the second wife is a renowned count’s daughter known for her reforms benefiting the people. Conniette, although just 11 years old, has gained the trust of the populace through her initiatives. She is already planning road construction using the revenue from the Connie trees and intends to begin as soon as the equipment arrives.”

Hearing all this, Lord Sharon was rendered speechless.
Marquis Vardmoi, from an opposing faction, knew more about the internal affairs of Lord Sharon’s own faction than he did.
This revelation solidified the decision for Young lady Conniette to inherit the Count Galette family.

And so, everything wrapped up neatly.
Perhaps this counts as a happy ending?

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