Chapter 48

Obviously, he wanted Ann to be the next heir. "This is the survival of the fittest. Since Ann is more capable than the other members of the Moore family, I chose her," Thomas explained. "But she's a girl." "So what if she's a girl? She's a part of the Moore family. Of course, she can't marry into another family, and can only have a matrilocal husband. Moreover, her child must take on the Moore surname!" Thomas replied. After hearing that, Wyatt nodded. That seemed plausible. Although it was unusual for a woman to become the head of a family, it wasn't unheard of. "So, I wanted to discuss with you about marrying into the Moore family," Thomas declared seriously. Wyatt laughed. He thought, "The old fogey likes to crack jokes." "Why are you laughing? "My granddaughter is extremely beautiful. Don't you like her?" Thomas asked angrily. He continued, "Hayley pales in comparison to Ann, be it in looks or capabilities!" "My granddaughter is simply gorgeous!" Thomas banged the t