The tension was heavy as the family elders stood in opposition to the decision the family head just made.
“I have no intention of questioning your decision but this is simply something we can’t accept.” Mr. Robert said, the other elders nodded their heads in agreement.
“I totally understand, but what will you have me do? Choose my shameless grandsons to take over this family? That’s the last thing I’ll do.”
“I totally understand your disappointment but you can’t choose an outsider to take over the family leadership. It’s not done.” Mr. Robert continued.
“Can you imagine the reaction of the branched family head should they hear such?” Mr. Bryan said.
“I know but if I’m to make such a decision then I should as well tell you the truth. Amelia is my daughter.”
“We know you filled all the necessary requirements recommended by the law for adoption but that doesn’t give her any right to be the family heir.”
“That was not what I meant. I mean she is my blood. My last daughter. I only fi