---- Chapter 2536 The Webster family was not part of the five great ns, but their standing in Chetvine was unique. That was mostly of their matriarch, Helda Cooke''s eldest son, Melvin Webster. He was the current head of the family and one of Holtrien''s key figures. Evenpared to Guillermo, he was not far behind, which contributed to the remarkable influence of the Webster family. Overall, the Websters were a well-disciplined and respectable family.
Their second and third generations were not exceptionally gifted or as extraordinary as people like Isabelle or Valerie, but they were steady and consistent. They did not have any prodigies, yet they also did not produce any fools or troublemakers. In fact, the family was filled with capable, level-headed people who were intelligent, diligent, and dependable. That kind of bnce created a household known for integrity andposure, with a strong sense of justice and a grounded, methodical style.
Most powers in Chetvine knew that out of everyone they could negotiate with, the Websters were the hardest to move. They were not just stubborn; they were impossibly principled, always speaking in moral absolutes and lofty ideals, leaving others frustrated and helpless. ---- Right now, the Webster family was hosting guests: Theon, Mika, and their group, who had returned empty-handed the day before. They had lost their chances with the Iron Sword Sect and the Robertson family, so they were putting everything into this visit.<fn841b> Original content can be found at FιndＮovel</fn841b>
If they failed to secure a deal with the Websters, their annual revenue would drop by at least a quarter. And that missing quarter was a big deal because it meant losing billions in profit. "The Webster family only has one person we need to win over: Mrs. Webster Senior. Once she''s on our side, the rest will follow easily," Theon instructed Mika. He exined, "Even though Melvin is the family''s pir, he''s famous for his devotion to his mother. If Mrs. Webster Senior is happy, Melvin won''t care about anything else." Mika smiled confidently. "Don''t worry, Mr. Orben.
I''ve visited the Webster family many times with my father, so Mrs. Webster Senior knows me well. In fact, one of the Websters once tried to pursue me." Theon''s eyes lit up. "Really? Excellent. Very, very good. In times like this, beauty can be a powerful weapon. Mika, if you help me win this negotiation with the Websters, it''ll be a huge merit for you." ---- Mika quickly responded, "Mr. Orben, as long as you teach me high-grade alchemy without holding anything back, I''ll do everything in my power to help you." Theon waved grandly. "It''s a deal, then.
This time, I won''t allow any mistakes. I must secure this agreement." Mika sneered. "Mr. Orben, did you know that Amari visited the Webster family yesterday? But they gave him the cold shoulder and basically told him to get lost." Theon felt deeply satisfied and said through gritted teeth, " Serves him right. I never thought that old fool Amari would see a day like this. The Webster family doesn''t buy into the brotherhood act between him and Andrew. Going there was nothing but asking for humiliation." Soon after, the Webster family weed Sovereign''s Apothecary into their grand hall.
Helda, now over 100 years old, sat upright in her chair, leaning on her cane. Theon bowed respectfully. "Nice to meet you, Mrs. Webster Senior." Mika followed, bowing gracefully. "Pleased to see you again, Mrs. Webster Senior." Helda chuckled warmly. "Mr. Orben, Mika, there''s no need for formality. Please, have a seat." ---- Mika, elegant and poised, curtsied once more before sitting down, exuding the air of perfect etiquette and grace. The Webster family''s young men could not help but stare, utterly captivated.
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