Chapter 106 Preying on the loot

Hours later, Mariama found herself in the Luxor mansion's grand living room, surrounded by a small but determined group of family members. The tension in the air was palpable as she explained the situation. "Uncle Macron plans to sell off our family heirlooms," she concluded, her voice steady despite her inner turmoil. "He claims it's to 'salvage what he can' from our current situation." Murmurs of discontent rippled through the room. Aunt Eliza, a formidable woman in her sixties, spoke up first. "This is outrageous!" she declared, her voice quivering with indignation. "Those heirlooms belong to all of us, not just Macron. He has no right!" Cousin Thomas, always the voice of caution, interjected, "But what can we do? Legally speaking, does Macron have the authority to sell these items?" Mariama nodded grimly. "I've spoken with our family lawyer. Unfortunately, as the current head of the household, Macron does have some legal standing. But," she added, seeing the crestfallen looks