Female Novel
Chapter 1403
In just one morning, public opinion shifted dramatically.
Everyone was condemning Bartitsu Guild, and the Cox family had turned into the unfortunate ones forced toleave their homeland, gaining tremendous support.
The label of betrayal has successfully been removed from the Cox family's reputation.
Not only that, but some families under Bartitsu Guild now have an even worse opinion of the guild, growing waryone by one.
Bartitsu Guild's actions can only be described as a loss outweighing the gains.
Matthew, upon seeing these discussions, was furious to the point of exploding.
“Hurry up and have people delete those online comments for me! What kind of image are we presenting?”
However, his assistant, Darren, stood there looking hesitant, unmoving.
“Mr. Lozano, even if we silence them, it won't make any sense. It will only make people think that Bartitsu Guildis trying to silence others and create the impression that the guild has something to hide.”
“What other options do we have? Are we going to allow public opinion to keep escalating like this?” Matthewstroked his beard, his expression more disgruntled than if he had eaten a fly.
Darren responded with a strained expression, “Currently, the paramount concern isn't public opinion but the unityof the guild. The Cox family has already severed ties with the guild and joined Lordsworth Estate. Now, our focusshould be on whether Lordsworth Estate will leverage the Cox family against us. We need to prepare in advance.”
Matthew sneered. “I don't believe Lordsworth Estate would dare to make a move for real against the guild. Evenif they are powerful, the guild is not to be trifled with!”
Darren wiped the sweat off his forehead and continued to advise, “That may be true, but we still need to beprepared in advance. Moreover, even though the Cox family has gone to Lordsworth Estate, their grievances withfamilies like the Watson family and the Laker family still exist. Given Avery's temperament, he won't quietlyaccept this loss. There will be revenge for any wrongs, and in that case, his stance against the guild will onlybecome more hostile.”
Pausing, he carefully added in a hushed tone, “And, the secret hidden in that arsenal, once exposed... If Averyfinds out about what happened back then...”
“Shut up!” Before he could finish his sentence, Matthew suddenly glared at him fiercely. “Who gave you the rightto spout nonsense?”
Darren's voice abruptly ceased, and he lowered his head, reluctant to utter another word.
The atmosphere grew eerily still. After a moment, Matthew squinted and inquired, “So, what do you suggest wedo now?”
Darren hesitated for a moment before stating, “Given the current circumstances, our best course of action is toseek support from influential families. Despite the significance of the Watson family and the Laker family, theirpower has considerably waned in recent conflicts with the Cox family. The skirmish yesterday also unveiled thatthese two families are not operating at their peak. It appears we'll need to depend on the Gordon family.”
Upon hearing this, Matthew furrowed his brow. novelbin
“The Gordon family? Have you lost your mind? The Gordon family has a favorable relationship with the Coxfamily. With the Cox family's departure and all the upheaval, why would the Gordon family still align themselveswith Bartitsu Guild?”
“The Gordon family indeed has a close relationship with the Cox family, but Bartitsu Guild has more than just theGordon family as allies with the Cox family. The outcome remains within Bartitsu Guild, right? Whether arelationship is good or not boils down to interests. If the guild wants to win over the Gordon family, we need toappeal to their interests and find a way to lift the Gordon family's spirits.”
Matthew paused his pacing, turned, and sat on the sofa, sinking into deep thought.
If it were in the past, he would have scorned the Gordon family.
However, things had changed. The head of the Gordon family held influence from District Twenty-One to DistrictTwenty-Five, and Chad had recently revealed the hidden strength of the Gordon family.
In the current situation, there might not be any family in Bartitsu Guild with a greater influence than the Gordonfamily.
Reflecting on this, he took a deep breath and commanded, “Reach out to the Gordon family. Inform them that Iextend a personal invitation for tea. Let's engage in a face-to-face discussion.”
Darren nodded in acknowledgment. “Yes, sir.”
Not long after, Neera received the message.
She consulted with Chad, “Uncle Chad, do you think I should go?”
Chad set aside the newspaper and leisurely replied, “Go ahead, see what tricks Matthew and the others have uptheir sleeves, and what they plan to use to win over our Gordon family.”
Neera smirked. “Most likely, it's all about using personal gains. Bartitsu Guild has no scruples, and for their goals,they'll use any means necessary. They're not afraid to make empty promises. Who knows what grandiose claimsthey'll make this time?”
As expected, when she attended the meeting at the café, Matthew indeed intended to persuade her with personalgains.
“Ms. Garcia, you are the head of the Gordon family and also the ninth elder of Bartitsu Guild. The responsibilitieson your shoulders are quite substantial.”
Savoring the coffee, Neera casually smiled and straightforwardly said, “If you have something to say, feel free tospeak directly. I believe there's no need to waste time beating around the bush. After all, everyone's time isprecious.”
Matthew reclined in his chair, a slight twitch at the corner of his eye as he controlled his temper, all the whilemaintaining a smiling demeanor.
“Ms. Garcia, you're a direct individual, and I appreciate that. It's easy to converse with someone like you. Sinceyou've laid it out so plainly, I'll get straight to the point. The guild hopes that the Gordon family can offer fullsupport, stand in solidarity, and aid in resisting external threats. In return, the guild will promote you to thesecond elder seat...”