Edge of the Apocalypse

Chapter 37: Kill Two Birds with One Stone

Old Kate looked at her domineering granddaughter with a headache. Amongst the children of the third generation, this granddaughter Adele was undoubtedly the most dazzling. Regardless of whether it was Origin Energy, Battle Skills, or the ability to manage a clan, they were all outstanding in the third generation. If there were any flaws, it was probably her mustang-like temperament and the fact that she was a woman.

If Adele was a boy, Old Kate would have risked everything to nominate her first in line. But she wasn't, and Old Kate admitted that women weren't necessarily inferior to men. However, it was also undeniable that they were always unable to catch them in some places. It's not about abilities, it's about gender.

In the history of the Federation for more than 400 years, there have been several female presidents. But these women usually do not hold office for long and often disappear from politics like shooting stars, leaving behind a dazzling brush.

Therefore, in old Kate's heart, he loved Adele very much. One thing, however, was that even if there was a shortage of heirs, Adele would not be allowed to run the family. In the end, it was foreseeable that Adele's future would end with the clan elders.

As for Juss and his brothers, they were not as unbearable as Adele had said. However, Adele's light was so dazzling that the starlight between them dimmed.

In Old Kate's evaluation, the two of them were allowed to take over the position of Patriarch. Even if he was unable to make progress, he was still more than enough to defend himself.

'Well, Adele,' said Old Kate, coughing softly, 'tell me where your money goes. It's your personal money, but it's too much for me to ask. '

"Nothing, Grandpa, I took them to bet." Said Adele casually.

"Bet?" Old Kate raised her eyebrows, "Death Arena? Who did you vote for?"

"That number one." "I have a hunch," said Adele complacently, "that I will make a fortune."

"Number 1?" Jason and his brother looked at each other and laughed, "Adele, are you brainless? Who doesn't know that the number one fellow in the death arena usually dies very quickly."

"Those are the previous sessions!" Adele raised her head and looked at her brother with no difficulty. 'You say that, which means you don't have the vision to invest or the courage to be ambitious. My dear brother, perhaps you should pay attention to the news. As of yesterday, Number One was still alive and killed six people! Of course, if it was you, none of them would have been killed.'

"You!" Jason stood up, his face flushed red.

Adele said lazily, "Besides, you haven't heard that Mr. Horn has also made a big bet on this number one. Could it be that Mr. Horn's head is broken?"

Juston was speechless.

"Jason, sit down." '"The whole of Babylon knows about Horn's bet," said Old Kate, in a low voice. "But Adele, do you see anyone else besides the $10 million you placed on this youth not long ago? I think it's too risky of you to do so."

"Grandfather, you're Mr. Horn's friend, aren't you?" Adele asked, "Have you ever seen him do anything at a loss during the years you've known him? I've studied Mr. Horn's life, and every decision he makes, every deal he makes, is almost guaranteed to be profitable."

"If Horn was as powerful as you said, ten years ago, he wouldn't have slipped from the rankings of aristocratic families to the ranks of famous families." Said Ted, another of Adele's brothers.

"Oh, it seems that you have also studied Mr. Horn's deeds." Said Adele, raising her eyebrows.

"Grandpa used to say that we had to know every detail of our enemies and allies," Ted said, puffing up his chest. "It's nothing. I just did what Grandpa said."

"What an obedient puppy." Adele nodded.

"What are you talking about!" Ted's expression immediately changed. Their sister had the ability to light them up like a powder keg with just one or two sentences.

Adele sat on the sofa and ignored Ted's anger. She shrugged and said, "You're not deaf. Can't you hear me?" Well, I don't want to get into this with you. Listen, under the Alexander family's series of unfair methods, Mr. Horn wasn't invincible, but he didn't respond at all. During that period of time, he was depressed and ignored the provocations of the Alexander family, causing his ranking to fall. Even so, Baincodt's backyard was still full of flowers. None of their five colonies has fallen, more than a dozen business chains are still operating, and family profits are rising steadily by 5% a year. "

"Beth Cod has only lost their reputation, not their strength! Their foundation has not been affected in the slightest!" Adele sat up slightly, "And, according to my observations." In recent years, Beth Cod has invested more in the family's martial arts. This budget has been growing steadily since five years ago. What does that mean, my dear brother? This suggests that mr horn is ready to make a move, and that bescord will once again show off to all who despise it in babylon. In the foreseeable future, the family will surely be in the upswing of their careers. "It's very likely that Beth Cod will return to the aristocratic family, and even point his sword at a wealthy family!"

Not to mention the Juss and Ted brothers, even Old Kate was deeply shocked by Adele's foresight. Old Kate adjusted her mood and said, "But all of this is just your guess."

"Of course, if I have full confidence, then I am a prophet, Grandpa." Adele waved her hand. "But for me, that's more than enough. Not to mention that we're friends with Bescord, even if it's just 10 million for the good of a family that might join a wealthy family. Don't you think, Grandpa, that our Morsons have stayed in the family for too long? It's time to move."

Old Kate's eyes immediately lit up. He nodded and said, "It has indeed been too long. It has been a full 127 years since our Morsen Clan started doing business and has now become a famous clan!"

"That's right, if we catch Beth Cod's rocket at this time, it won't be difficult for us to join a rich family." Adele leaned forward and said, "And Grandpa, aren't you interested in Mr. Horn's sudden heavy bets? Actually, I know something about them."

Old Kate immediately looked at her granddaughter.

Adele deliberately looked at her two brothers and smiled brightly, "But I want to tell you only about this matter. It's better for outsiders to know less about it."

Jess and Ted immediately exploded. They stood up angrily, their eyes wide open, their expressions so fierce that they seemed as if they were going to devour Adele alive. Adele, on the other hand, pretended to look pitifully at Kate, and God knew that with her methods, even Jess and Ted could do nothing to her.

Old Kate shook her head and waved her hand, "You two go out first."

"Grandfather!"

Jason's chest rose and fell, wanting to say something. Ted shook his head and pulled him out of the door. She added, "By the way, close the door for us."

After the two furious heirs left, Adele's expression changed. "Not long after the surface youths arrived in Babylon, Mr. Horn got the blood of the youth named Alan through his own channels in the training building. A few days later, he publicly placed a heavy bet on the youth. "Grandpa, don't you think there's a connection?"

"Also, we all know what happened to the Bescots ten years ago. If we put these two together, Mr. Horn will have an answer to what he did."

Old Kate blurted out, "You mean that child is Horn's grandson, Lanny's son?"

"I can't think of a more reasonable explanation," said Adele, nodding.

Old Kate revealed a thoughtful expression. Ten years ago, something big had indeed happened in Babylon. However, this matter was limited to the circle of nobles. That was, Horn's beloved daughter, Lanny, had actually eloped with a man on the surface. This was a disgrace to the nobles, a blow to Bescord's reputation, and also a disappointment to Horn.

Everyone knew how much Horn liked this daughter. Similarly, Horn didn't hesitate to fight for Lanny. Sending out experts from the clan to hunt down the fanatic who dared to peek at his treasure, however, Lanny still chose that man. Horn's daughter's departure caused him to be greatly shocked and depressed. Only then would the Alexandrian Clan take advantage of this opportunity to enter.

In the end, Beth Cod was pushed down the rankings of the aristocratic families and fell into the ranks of the famous clans.

Adele's deduction was not impossible if she counted the time. In particular, taking blood and betting increased the likelihood of this.

Old Kate raised her head and said, "In other words, Horn is going to take back his grandson."

"No, to be exact, to take back Beth Cod's future ruler." "Don't forget, grandfather," corrected Adele, "that Bescord is facing an awkward situation in which no one will succeed him. After Horn, none of his sons were able to shoulder the heavy responsibility. As for the third generation's successor, he is as weak as my idiotic big brothers Oh, so I made a slip of the tongue. In short, Mr. Horn is likely to nurture this grandson as a successor, if he can survive the death arena. "

"In that case, we need to be prepared." Old Kate nodded.

"Don't worry about that. I've already thought of it." Adele stood up, raised her eyebrows, and said, "Grandpa, marry me as long as Mr. Horn adds the boy named Allen to the family heir list." With my looks and means, I can assure you that Mr. Horn can't find a better candidate. Besides, he can also harvest the help of our Morsen Clan. One must know that in the resources of a ruler, the assistance of the wife race is also a power that cannot be ignored. Especially considering that kid's future situation, Mr. Horn will definitely not refuse. "

Old Kate nodded again, if Horn added Ellen to the list of successors. Because Allen did not grow up in his family, it was no exaggeration to say that he would definitely face enemies on all sides. At this time, with the help of the Morsen Clan, Allen's path to power would be much smoother, and this was what Horn was happy to see. Moreover, it would be a double kill to remove Adele from the family heir list in good faith!